Attack in Montpellier

A 26-year-old man was seriously injured in an attack in the Ecusson district of Montpellier on Sunday around 1:30 am.

Incident location

The incident occurred near the promenade du Peyrou, a public area in the city, where individuals on motorcycles approached the pedestrian.

Nature of the attack

The victim was struck with a knife before the suspects fled on two-wheeled motor vehicles, leaving the scene quickly.

Emergency response

Firefighters arrived at the scene and found the victim seriously injured, with multiple wounds on one leg, and evacuated him to the emergency department of the Lapeyronie hospital.

Current status of the victim

His vital prognosis is not considered critical, indicating that his condition is stable and not life-threatening at this time.

Investigation underway

At this stage, the reasons for the attack remain unclear, as the suspects have not yet been identified, and an investigation is ongoing to determine the motives and circumstances behind the incident.