Overview
- Mayor Gilles Henneguelle was attacked on a public road in Vincly on Sunday and was treated by firefighters after being found shocked with minor injuries, the Pas-de-Calais prefecture said.
- Prosecutor Cécile Gressier stated the confrontation occurred as the resident was in a car and the mayor was on foot.
- An investigation for violences has been opened, with the motive and full circumstances still being established.
- The mayor and the resident filed complaints against each other and are due to be heard soon at the gendarmerie, according to the prosecutor.
- Officials noted prior tensions involving the same resident over urban planning in 2024, and the prefect issued a firm condemnation of the latest attack.