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Car crashes into crowd in Caen: One dead and ten injured

In Caen, France, a man drove a car into a crowd, resulting in one death and ten injuries.

27 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A serious incident occurred on Wednesday evening in Caen, in northwestern France. A man drove his car into a crowd, resulting in at least one fatality. According to the fire department, ten additional people were injured in the incident.

Of the injured, four were classified as seriously hurt and six with minor injuries. The exact circumstances of the incident remain unclear; however, the police have arrested a suspect believed to be responsible for the event.

The crowd was at a bus stop when the car drove into them. Local security forces have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

This event has raised concerns in the region, prompting police and emergency services to mobilize for a swift response and to assist the injured. Further information is expected to be available in the coming hours.

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