Investigation after person killed in French car ramming

A car rammed into a group of pedestrians in Caen, France, resulting in one death and 10 injuries, according to multiple sources. The incident occurred around 10:15 pm local time and is not believed to be terrorist-related, stated the deputy prosecutor. Seven victims were in critical condition, while three others sustained minor injuries, as reported by local prefect David Claviere.

The attack is believed to have been triggered by a previous altercation, with the police source confirming that the vehicle intentionally drove into the pedestrians in the street adjacent to the train station. The suspect, a 26-year-old man of Russian origin, had a history of traffic offenses but was not under surveillance by intelligence services.

He fled the scene but was subsequently apprehended in Ouistreham, approximately 20 kilometers away, as reported by a police source. All of the victims were men aged between 17 and 40, according to Bruno Coutanceau, a top security official for Caen. Police have initiated an investigation into charges of murder and aggravated assault, stating that, for now, there is no indication of a terrorist motive; however, the investigation is only in its early stages.