14 May 2019 | 07:21 PM UTC
France: Stabbing incident leaves one wounded in Nice May 14
Stabbing during robbery leaves one person wounded near central train station in Nice May 14; residual disruptions expected in the area over the coming hours
Event
A person was stabbed during a robbery attempt near the Gare de Nice Ville train station in Nice on Tuesday, May 14. According to police, the victim was stabbed around 15:00 (local time) near the intersection of Avenue Durante and Rue Alsace-Lorraine; no associated arrests were immediately reported. Paramedics transported the victim in critical condition to an area hospital. An investigation into the incident continues as of Tuesday evening.
A heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions are to be expected near the incident site over the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals in Nice are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid the incident area, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
