# Violent crime incidents in France

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260928-violent-crime-incidents-in-france
> Updated: 2026-09-28T08:05:25.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Authorities in France are investigating several violent incidents involving fatal assaults and sexual violence. 

In Toulouse, a 93-year-old disabled woman was found dead in her home; an autopsy indicated injuries suggestive of sexual violence and asphyxiation. A 34-year-old Sudanese man, reported to be in the country illegally, was arrested. 

In the Maine-et-Loire region, a 63-year-old woman was shot and killed in Ponts-de-Cé. A 55-year-old man, described by neighbors as a former legionnaire, was taken into custody following the seizure of a weapon. 

Additionally, in Villeurbanne, an elderly couple aged 90 and 83 were assaulted and held captive by three individuals who fled after stealing a watch and 10 euros, leaving the victims injured.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: France reports multiple violent crimes including fatal assaults and sexual violence

Multiple violent crimes reported in France: a 93-year-old woman found dead with signs of sexual violence in Toulouse, a 63-year-old woman shot near Angers, and an elderly couple assaulted in Villeurbanne.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ben-tally-investigation-opened-after-woman-found-dead-in-apartment

### 2026-09-05: Violent crimes reported in Brazzaville and Franceville

Violent crimes in Brazzaville and Franceville have left communities in shock, including the deaths of a young mother in Mfilou and a snack-bar manager in Franceville.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/violent-crimes-reported-in-brazzaville-and-franceville

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