France: Emerging reports of knife attack in Paris’ 11th arrondissement September 25

Event

Police are responding to reports of a knife attack in the area of Richard Lenoir boulevard and rue Nicolas Appert in Paris' 11th arrondissement on Friday, September 25. At least three people are reported to have been injured in the incident. The perpetrator of the attack reportedly fled the scene via the metro and police have launched a search operation. The motive of the attack has not been confirmed.

A heightened security presence is expected in the vicinity of the incident in the coming hours and localized disruptions to transport is possible.

Advice

Those in Paris are advised to closely monitor the situation, avoid the area, and adhere to any instructions issued by local authorities.