On Monday November 20, a minor of Guinean origin was arrested in the area of Avenue des Lombards in Troyes. He was armed with a knife, threatening passers-by and shouting “Allah Akbar.”
On Monday November 20, a horrific incident took place on the Avenue des Lombards in Troyes, in the immediate vicinity of student accommodation. A young man of Guinean origin, a single minor accommodated in a nearby shelter, had initially attacked one of the educators at the centre that was taking him in. The man managed to defend himself, whereupon the young man left the premises.
He was wearing a traditional religious garment and then went out onto the public street. Armed with several knives, one of which had a fairly large blade, he shouted threats at passers-by who encountered him. He also shouted “Allah Akbar,” causing immediate panic.
As soon as they were informed, the police quickly arrived on site and arrested him. Taken to the police station, he was placed in police custody.
Fortunately, the episode, particularly shocking for those who witnessed it, caused more fear than harm. No injuries were reported.
This Tuesday, November 21, both the City of Troyes and the Aube prefecture congratulated the police through press releases.
