In a tragic turn of events, a 27-year-old bride was fatally shot while leaving her wedding celebration in Goult, a tranquil village near Avignon, France. The attack occurred around 04:30 AM local time on Sunday, as masked assailants opened fire, resulting in serious injuries to the groom, aged 25, and a 13-year-old child. Reports indicate that the shooting may be connected to ongoing drug-related conflicts in the region.
Authorities have commenced a murder investigation, and a manhunt is underway involving extensive police resources, including the deployment of a helicopter. Eyewitness statements suggested one of the attackers may have been struck during an exchange of gunfire alongside the couple's car, although specifics regarding the details remain unclear as the situation unfolds.
Mayor Didier Perello expressed his outrage, emphasizing the shock and horror such violence is bringing to the small village of around 1,000 residents. "We are close to towns, I won't name them, where unfortunately, we've seen this kind of thing before," he stated, lamenting the impact on Goult's reputation.
Among the 28 attendees at the wedding, another woman sustained minor injuries during the chaos. Local business owner Guillaume Molinas fearfully noted the lasting implications of the incident, remarking that the last major violent occurrence in Goult was recorded 125 years ago. As residents grapple with the aftermath, the community seeks to rally in the face of this unprecedented tragedy.
Authorities have commenced a murder investigation, and a manhunt is underway involving extensive police resources, including the deployment of a helicopter. Eyewitness statements suggested one of the attackers may have been struck during an exchange of gunfire alongside the couple's car, although specifics regarding the details remain unclear as the situation unfolds.
Mayor Didier Perello expressed his outrage, emphasizing the shock and horror such violence is bringing to the small village of around 1,000 residents. "We are close to towns, I won't name them, where unfortunately, we've seen this kind of thing before," he stated, lamenting the impact on Goult's reputation.
Among the 28 attendees at the wedding, another woman sustained minor injuries during the chaos. Local business owner Guillaume Molinas fearfully noted the lasting implications of the incident, remarking that the last major violent occurrence in Goult was recorded 125 years ago. As residents grapple with the aftermath, the community seeks to rally in the face of this unprecedented tragedy.
