Bride dies at reception after armed men opened fire at guests

• A 27-year-old bride was killed and three others injured after armed men opened fire at a wedding reception in southeastern France around 4:00 a.m.
• One of the suspects also died after reportedly being run over by the newlyweds’ vehicle during the chaos
• The groom and his injured sister both have criminal records, raising suspicions that the attack may have been gang-related
• Two suspects are now in police custody as authorities continue to investigate the case as murder and attempted murder

What was supposed to be a joyous ending turned into a nightmare in southeastern France after armed men stormed a wedding reception and opened fire, killing the 27-year-old bride and injuring several others.

The shooting happened around 4:00 a.m. just as the newlyweds were about to leave their celebration in a small village.

Reports say a group of armed men suddenly arrived at the reception venue and began firing indiscriminately.

The groom, his sister, and a 13-year-old child were injured in the attack, while the bride died at the scene.

One of the suspects also lost his life after reportedly being run over by the newlyweds' vehicle during the chaos.

Authorities have yet to release the identity of the bride, but local reports confirm that the groom and his wounded sister have existing criminal records, with the latter having a history of violent offenses.

The local mayor expressed anger over the incident, stating that the couple were not residents of the village and had only booked the town’s village hall for their wedding festivities.

Police have taken two suspects into custody, while investigations continue into what is now being treated as a case of murder and attempted murder.

Local officials suspect the incident may be gang-related, based on early leads provided by regional media sources.

News, photos or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, such could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh