Early morning attack in Chazay-d'Azergues

On Monday, October 12, around 6 a.m., a hooded individual attacked a tobacco shop located in Chazay-d'Azergues, approximately twenty kilometers from Lyon.

Attempted break-in at the back entrance

According to Le Progrès, the suspect first attempted to enter the premises through a door located at the back of the store, in a side street away from public view. Armed with a crowbar, he tried to force his way in, but was unable to break through the reinforced door.

Vehicle used as a ramming tool

He then drove his car into the door. Faced with this failure, the burglar decided to change his method completely. After moving a bin that was in front of the entrance, he used his vehicle as a ramming car to try to break through the door.

Failed attempts and retreat

However, this new attempt was also unsuccessful. The access to the business withstood the impact, forcing the individual to abandon his plan and flee without stealing anything. Alerted by the incident, the gendarmes quickly intervened.

Investigation launched

An investigation was opened for attempted burglary in order to clarify the circumstances of this attack.