Shooting attack near Paris: one killed in shooting spree

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Shooting in the towns of Trappes and La Verrière, southwest of Paris, resulted in one killed and five wounded, according to reports. According to Kan News, the French interior minister spoke of a "terror attack". According to Israel Hayom, the interior minister confirmed that the incident was a terror attack. The suspect was arrested.

According to Walla, the attacker opened fire from a vehicle at several locations and used a submachine gun. According to Ynet, the suspect fired at passersby in Trappes and La Verrière, and was arrested at his apartment. According to Arutz 7, the gunman also fired at a playground. Among the wounded was a 12-year-old girl.

According to Ynet, the suspect has a prior criminal record. According to Haaretz, one of the killed and wounded is of African origin, and Macron described the incident as a "racist terror act". According to Israel Hayom, Macron said the victims were chosen because of their religion and skin color.