Migrant Killed and Five Injured in Shooting Near Dunkirk, France

A tragic shooting at a migrant camp near Dunkirk, France, has left one person dead and five others injured. The incident occurred at approximately 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 14, at the Loon-Plage camp, which is home to several migrants, including families from Africa.

Among the injured is a two-year-old child, who was flown to a hospital in Lille in critical condition. Two others sustained serious injuries: an adult who was transported to a hospital in Dunkirk, and the child. Three additional victims suffered minor injuries and were also taken to the Dunkirk hospital.

Emergency services, including two teams of paramedics, firefighters, and a helicopter, quickly responded to the scene. The victims are believed to be of African descent, according to regional daily La Voix Du Nord.

Authorities have arrested two suspects in connection with the shooting—a man and a 17-year-old boy. Investigations are ongoing, with police working to understand the motive behind the attack. The community remains in shock over the tragic event, and the injured are receiving care as the investigation unfolds.

Further details are awaited.