Cleaver Attack and Firefighter Chase in Gironde, France

Gironde Attack: Cleaver Assault Leads to Firefighter Chase A violent incident unfolded in the early hours of June 7th, 2025, in the Gironde region of France. Two men assaulted a man with a butcher's cleaver, inflicting a minor neck injury. Following the initial attack, the assailants pursued firefighters who had arrived on the scene to provide medical assistance. The firefighters were threatened and chased to their fire station. No arrests have been made at this time. "The situation escalated rapidly," said a source close to the investigation, speaking on condition of anonymity. "The attackers became aggressive towards the emergency responders, creating a dangerous situation." The Gironde prefecture has condemned the violence. An investigation is underway to determine the full circumstances of the incident, which is believed to have originated after a bar closing. The attackers are still at large.