A 14-year-old student shot a principal and teacher at a French middle school, but a CPE was praised for disarming the attacker.
Attack at middle school
On October 12, a 14-year-old student opened fire at Joseph-Lakanal middle school in Aubagne, injuring a principal and a teacher. The incident occurred during school hours and led to immediate intervention by authorities.Student disarms attacker
A student from the school, who was awarded the CPE (Certificate of Educational Performance), managed to disarm the attacker during the incident. His actions were recognized for their bravery and quick thinking under pressure.Minister commends student
Minister Sabrina Roubache praised the student’s actions during a medal ceremony held in his honor. She highlighted his journey and the respect he commanded among his peers.School community reacts
The school community expressed gratitude for the student’s intervention, emphasizing the importance of courage and responsibility in crisis situations. Officials are reviewing security measures to prevent future incidents.