Overview
- Police arrested a 35-year-old local resident after subduing him with a stun device, and the prosecutor said he shouted “Allahu Akbar” at the time of his detention.
- The collisions occurred around 8:45–9:30 a.m. along the route between Dolus-d’Oléron and Saint‑Pierre‑d’Oléron, with impacts reported at multiple locations.
- Authorities report about ten injured, including at least two in critical or intensive care, with several victims airlifted to the University Hospital of Poitiers.
- Investigators are verifying reports that the suspect tried to set his vehicle on fire and that gas cylinders were inside the car.
- Officials say the suspect is known locally for petty offenses and substance use; he is not on France’s radicalization watchlist, and the motive remains under examination.