Lozère: Walker killed by hunter in Cassagnas

A walker was killed by a hunter in Cassagnas, located in the Cévennes region of Lozère, on Sunday, October 18, 2026. The incident occurred around noon when a gunshot was reported.

Emergency services, including firefighters and gendarmes, responded to the scene. Despite rapid intervention and the mobilization of a helicopter, the victim suffered two cardiac arrests and passed away. An investigation has been opened to determine the exact circumstances of the shooting, including whether the incident was caused by misidentification, an incorrect shooting angle, or a ricochet.