French gunman admits to racially motivated attack

On October 23, 39-year-old French national Kevin Tessier carried out a targeted shooting against individuals of African descent, firing 128 rounds. The attack resulted in the death of 26-year-old Pego Bossio Wague and left seven others seriously injured, including a 12-year-old girl.

During interrogations conducted by the French counter-terrorism unit, Tessier admitted to the racially motivated nature of his crimes. He stated that he selected his victims based on their ethnicity and religious background, claiming his goal was to "liberate" France from Africans and Islamists. He expressed a desire to incite other French citizens to take similar action, citing frustration with immigration levels.

Investigations and statements from the suspect describe a deeply disturbed and highly radicalized individual. French authorities continue to process the case against him, as the investigation into his extremist motives and background remains ongoing.