Suspected shotgun fire targets mosque in northwestern France
- Europe
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 05:54 | 09 April 2024
- Modified Date: 06:01 | 09 April 2024
A mosque in the northern French department of Manche was targeted by suspected shotgun fire, according to media reports Tuesday.
The front door of the mosque in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin was damaged during the attack late Monday.
Police were deployed to ensure the security of the mosque.
Police presence will be increased around the mosque during Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, according to authorities.
The Le Mans Governorship expressed solidarity with the mosque management and community in a post on X.