Drug Dealers' Shootout in France: Four Dead in Rennes
Videos of a shootout in the city of Rennes, in western France, are going viral on European social networks. According to local authorities, the incident involved drug dealers armed with automatic rifles. Reportedly, the conflict broke out due to clashes between rival groups.
Preliminary reports state that four people were killed during the shootout. One of the victims died after being hit by a car attempting to flee the scene. Rennes police have launched an investigation to identify all participants and clarify the circumstances of the incident.
Residents reported multiple outbreaks of gunfire in different parts of the city. Authorities have increased security measures, deploying additional patrols in crowded areas. The incident has caused concern among the population, especially against the backdrop of growing crime related to drug trafficking.
According to police, Rennes has seen a rise in criminal group activity in recent months as they fight for control over illegal markets. This shootout marks the most serious incident in recent years and reignites the debate over combating organized crime in France's major cities.
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