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Teenager Killed and Three Injured in Stabbing at French High School

A 15-year-old student attacked classmates at a private school in Nantes before being subdued by teachers; authorities confirm no terrorist motive as investigations continue.

Police have cordoned off the school after the stabbing
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Overview

  • A 15-year-old student fatally stabbed a teenage girl and injured three others at Notre-Dame-de-Toutes-Aides high school in Nantes, western France.
  • Teachers overpowered the attacker, who was armed with two knives, including a hunting knife, before police arrived and took him into custody.
  • Authorities confirmed there is no indication of a terrorist motive, and the suspect was not previously known to police or security services.
  • One victim remains in critical condition while the others are hospitalized with varying injuries; the school has been evacuated and secured by police and military forces.
  • Education Minister Elisabeth Borne and Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau visited the school to support victims and the community as the investigation continues.