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Prisoner Escapes in France as Two Officers Killed in Van Ambush

French police officers killed in ambush during prisoner escape

15 May 2024 · 10:07 UTC

A dramatic prison escape occurred in France as a prisoner managed to flee during an ambush on a police van, resulting in the deaths of two officers.

The ambush took place while the van was transporting the prisoner to a courthouse.

Authorities are currently investigating the incident and have launched a manhunt to recapture the escaped prisoner.