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Knife attack in Nice: Woman decapitated as three die in 'suspected terror incident'
The suspect was shot by police while being detained but is alive and in hospital.
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French interior minister Gerald Darmanin said a police operation is under way.
Thursday 29 October 2020 09:23, UK
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A woman has been decapitated in a suspected terror attack in Nice, French police say.
Three people have died and several others are injured after a knife attack reportedly took place near the Notre Dame church.
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Nice's mayor Christian Estrosi tweeted: "Everything suggests a terrorist attack."
He added that one person had been arrested.
French interior minister Gerald Darmanin said a police operation is under way and encouraged people to stay away from the area.
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The assailant was arrested after the Thursday morning attack and taken to a nearby hospital after being injured during his arrest, a police official told AP. The suspect was believed to be acting alone, the official said.
French parliament suspended a debate on new virus restrictions and held a moment of silence for the victims.
It comes as the country is under high alert for terrorist attacks.
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