A wave of concern swept through Paris on Friday as three women were stabbed on the city’s bustling Metro Line 3. The attacks, occurring during the capital’s busy end-of-year celebrations, saw a rapid response from authorities, leading to a quick arrest but also raising significant questions about public safety and immigration policy.
The incidents took place between 4:15 pm and 4:45 pm across three central stations: Republique, Arts et Metiers, and Opera. Witnesses described a chaotic scene, with one woman treated for a leg wound at Republique. Thankfully, none of the victims sustained critical injuries, and all received prompt medical attention.
Thanks to swift police work, including the use of surveillance cameras and mobile tracking technology, a 25-year-old suspect was apprehended in the Val d’Oise region less than three hours after the first attack. This quick arrest was lauded by Paris police chief Patrice Faure.
However, the case quickly revealed deeper complexities. The arrested man, a Malian citizen, had a history of aggravated theft and sexual assault, leading to a January 2024 imprisonment. After his release in July, he was ordered to leave France. Yet, due to a failure to obtain necessary consular travel documents for his deportation, he was released from administrative detention after 90 days, as mandated by law.
Interior Minister Laurent Nunez expressed regret over the failed deportation and vowed to prioritize the removal of undocumented foreigners who commit public order offenses. This incident underscores the heightened security alert across European capitals during the festive period, with Nunez previously calling for “maximum vigilance” – especially on public transport – due to a very high terrorist threat level and risk of public disorder.
As investigations into attempted homicide and assault with a weapon continue, the events serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges in ensuring urban safety amidst complex legal and geopolitical landscapes.
Source: https://24newshd.tv/27-Dec-2025/police-arrest-suspect-man-stabs-3-women-paris-metro
