Prison Break and Deadly Attack in Northern France

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
A manhunt has been launched for armed attackers who shot and killed two prison officers and injured three more while breaking a prisoner out of a van in northern France. The prisoner was convicted of burglary and other serious crimes. President Macron called the attack a shock, and the country is in mourning.

Key Points

  • Armed attackers shot and killed two prison officers while breaking a prisoner out of a van
  • The prisoner was convicted of burglary and other serious crimes
  • President Macron and Justice Minister Dupond-Moretti vowed to find and punish the perpetrators

Pros

  • Swift deployment of police officers to catch the attackers
  • President Macron and Justice Minister Dupond-Moretti's strong statements condemning the attack

Cons

  • Loss of two prison officers' lives and injuries to three others
  • Violent nature of the attack and the criminal history of the escaped prisoner