French Mosque Stabbing: Suspect Still at Large After Killing Muslim Worshipper
A suspect is still on the run after stabbing a Muslim worshipper to death in a mosque in southern France on Friday. The incident has been described as "Islamophobic" by French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou.
According to reports, the suspect and the victim were alone in the mosque in the former mining town of La Grand-Combe when the attack took place. The assailant reportedly recorded the attack on his phone, and security footage showed him shouting insults at "Allah", which means God in Arabic, local media reported.
In a statement posted on social media, French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the attack, saying the victim was "horribly murdered". Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin also denounced the attack, calling it a "despicable murder" that "wounds the hearts of all believers, of all Muslims in France".
The Grand Mosque of Paris has condemned the attack, stating that the victim had just finished cleaning the mosque when he was killed. The mosque has called on authorities to clarify whether the attack is being treated as a "terrorist" act.
Prime Minister Bayrou expressed his solidarity with the victim’s loved ones and the Muslim community, saying: "We stand with the victim’s loved ones and with the shocked believers." A protest march is being organised for later on Sunday.
The Sky News has learned that the suspect is still at large, and authorities are working to apprehend him. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, and the French government has promised to take action to prevent such attacks in the future.
As the investigation continues, the French community remains on high alert. The incident has raised concerns about the rise of Islamophobia in France and the need for greater security measures to protect Muslim communities.
According to Sky News, the suspect’s motives are still unclear, but the attack has been widely condemned as a hate crime. The French government has promised to take a tough stance on such incidents and to work with the Muslim community to prevent further attacks.
The incident has also sparked a wider debate about the need for greater security measures to protect places of worship in France. The Grand Mosque of Paris has called for increased security measures to prevent such attacks in the future.
In response to the attack, the French government has announced plans to increase security measures at mosques and other places of worship. The government has also promised to work with the Muslim community to prevent further attacks and to promote greater understanding and tolerance.
The suspect’s arrest is seen as a top priority, and authorities are working around the clock to apprehend him. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, and the French government has promised to take action to prevent such attacks in the future.
As reported by Sky News, the incident is a stark reminder of the need for greater vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies and the Muslim community to prevent such attacks.
The French government has urged calm and has promised to do everything in its power to prevent further attacks. The incident has sparked a wider debate about the need for greater security measures to protect Muslim communities in France.
In a statement, President Macron said: "We will do everything in our power to prevent such attacks and to protect our citizens." The French government has promised to work with the Muslim community to prevent further attacks and to promote greater understanding and tolerance.
The incident has also sparked a wider debate about the rise of Islamophobia in France and the need for greater education and awareness about the Muslim community. The French government has promised to take a tough stance on Islamophobia and to work with the Muslim community to prevent further attacks.
As the investigation continues, the French community remains on high alert. The incident has raised concerns about the need for greater security measures to protect places of worship in France.
According to Sky News, the incident is a stark reminder of the need for greater vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies and the Muslim community to prevent such attacks. The French government has promised to do everything in its power to prevent further attacks and to protect its citizens.
