Three masked men armed with a Kalashnikov rifle caused a lockdown at a kindergarten in Nancy, France, prompting a police investigation. The incident occurred yesterday when the suspects approached the building housing the elementary school and kindergarten in the city. Authorities have described the men as armed and potentially dangerous, prompting unconfirmed fears of a threat to the safety of children and staff.
The suspects reportedly approached the entrance of the facility, forcing the school into lockdown as a precaution. Police responded swiftly to the scene and launched a search operation for the armed individuals, but as of now, they have not been apprehended. No injuries or casualties have been reported, and police have not released details regarding the motives behind the incident or whether there was any attempt to enter the school.
Local authorities confirmed that an investigation is ongoing, and efforts are underway to locate and identify the suspects. The incident has raised concerns among parents and residents about security measures at schools in the area. Police continue to patrol the vicinity and urge anyone with information to come forward to aid in their investigation.