SouthernWorldwide.com – A shocking incident has occurred in Monaco, where a “parcel bomb” detonated in a residential area, leaving two individuals in critical condition.
Authorities in Monaco and France are actively searching for a suspect believed to be responsible for the explosion. The blast took place shortly before 9 p.m. local time in the heart of Monaco, close to the entrance of a residential building.
Surveillance footage reportedly captured a man leaving a backpack at the scene just moments before the explosion. This information was cited by Reuters, referencing the French newspaper Le Figaro.
Christophe Mirmand, Monaco’s minister of state, confirmed to BFM TV that two of the victims sustained life-threatening injuries. He emphasized that such an event is unprecedented in the principality’s history.
French emergency services were dispatched to provide assistance. A joint operation involving authorities from both France and Monaco has been initiated to apprehend the suspect, as announced by France’s Interior Ministry.
BFM TV, quoting Monaco’s prosecutor general, characterized the explosive device as a “parcel bomb.” This description highlights the deliberate and targeted nature of the attack.
The incident has drawn condemnation from local officials. Eric Ciotti, the mayor of nearby Nice, France, expressed his solidarity on X, calling the attack a tragedy for Monaco.
“Thoughts for the victims, their families, and the people of Monaco. Total support for the security forces and emergency services mobilized,” Ciotti stated, underscoring the gravity of the situation.
Alexandra Masson, the mayor of Menton, also conveyed her support to the Principality of Monaco during this difficult time. Her thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones.
“I express my deepest gratitude,” Masson added, acknowledging the efforts of those responding to the crisis.
