Overview

• A 15-year-old boy was shot in the head and killed on April 7, 2025, in the chemin des Barques area of Vaulx-en-Velin, a former drug trafficking hotspot.
• The shooting occurred around 1:30 PM, with multiple gunshots reported by witnesses; the suspect fled the scene on foot wearing black clothing.
• Emergency measures included the temporary lockdown of a nearby elementary school, with psychological support provided to students and staff.
• Local officials, including Mayor Hélène Geoffroy and security delegate Antoine Guérin, visited the scene as law enforcement launched an investigation.
• Police have increased their presence in the area, focusing on public safety and the ongoing search for the suspect.