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Pedestrian incident in Caen, France, results in one dead and 12 injured

A driver drove into a group of people in Caen, leaving one dead and 12 injured, including four in serious condition.

27 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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On the night of Wednesday, October 26, a pedestrian incident in Caen, in northwest France, resulted in the death of at least one man and injuries to 12 people, according to information from firefighters and police. The incident occurred near the city's train station.

The driver, whose identity has not been disclosed, reportedly drove his vehicle into a group of people who were in the area. Sources close to the investigation report that four of the victims are in serious condition.

Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the incident, but no details about the possible motivation of the driver have been released. The security measures in the area may also be reviewed as part of the investigation.

So far, the condition of the victims is being monitored by emergency services. More information may be made available as the investigation progresses.

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