Shooting Incident in Aubervilliers Leaves Two Passers-by Injured
A violent shooting occurred on Tuesday, October 23, 2024, in the streets of Aubervilliers, Seine-Saint-Denis, injuring two innocent bystanders caught in the crossfire. The incident unfolded around 5:30 p.m. when a motorist exited his vehicle and began firing at another man, leading to a brief exchange of gunfire between the two suspects. The police reported that both individuals involved in the shooting fled the scene, and their whereabouts remain unknown as authorities actively search for them.
The two injured bystanders were reported to be a woman and a man. The woman suffered a bullet wound that penetrated her calf and required urgent medical attention, while the man was struck by bullet fragments in his foot. Emergency services responded swiftly, with firefighters arriving shortly after the incident to assist the victims. Nine shell casings of 7.62mm and 7.63mm caliber were discovered at the scene, prompting an investigation into the shooting. The Bobigny prosecutor's office has launched an inquiry into attempted voluntary homicide and illegal possession of a firearm, with the case being handled by the territorial security police of Seine-Saint-Denis.
Context of Violence in Seine-Saint-Denis
This incident marks the second shooting in the suburbs of Paris within a 24-hour period, highlighting ongoing concerns regarding gun violence in the region. Just hours earlier, a 19-year-old man was shot in Nanterre, sustaining serious injuries to the head. Authorities suspect that both incidents may be linked to ongoing rivalries or settling of scores between individuals involved in criminal activities. As investigations continue, local residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any information that may assist law enforcement in apprehending the suspects.
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