A manhunt is underway in France for an armed gang that killed two prison officers and injured three others to free an inmate. The escaped convict, Mohamed Amra, has a long criminal record. The attack has shocked France, with prison workers holding moments of silence to honor the fallen officers.
Key Points
Manhunt for escaped convict Mohamed Amra in France
Armed gang killed two prison officers to free the inmate
Attack occurred during transport back to jail after a court hearing
Pros
Unprecedented efforts deployed in the manhunt
Hundreds of officers mobilized in the search
Hope expressed by the Interior Minister for capturing the escaped convict