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Teen Left Critical in Strasbourg Hammer Attack With Two Suspects Sought

Police are holding a young man who reported witnessing the assault.

Overview

  • Police said a 17-year-old was found in the street with severe facial injuries and taken to hospital.
  • The victim remains in life-threatening condition after what officers described as a hammer attack.
  • A young man who phoned police to report he witnessed the assault is in custody for questioning.
  • He told officers two friends carried out the attack after a dispute over a football jersey.
  • The Strasbourg prosecutor opened an investigation, and authorities have not announced any charges.