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Two dead in Paris knife attack Two dead in Paris knife attack
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One person has been killed and five wounded in a knife attack in Paris, French police say. One person has been killed and four wounded in a knife attack in central Paris, French police say.
They say the attacker - who has not been identified - was shot dead by police. Two of the injured are in a serious condition. The attacker was shot dead by officers in the Opéra district. Two of the injured are in a serious condition.
The incident happened in the Opera district of central Paris. The attack took place on Saturday evening in an area with a vibrant nightlife and popular with tourists.
Witnesses spoke of panic, as people tried to hide in restaurants and cafes from the streets. The motive for the attack was not immediately known. Eyewitnesses spoke of panic, as people ran for cover in restaurants and cafes. The motive for the attack was not immediately known.
The witnesses say police officers first tried to taser the attacker - but then fired two shots after this failed to stop the assailant, France24 reports. The witnesses say police first tried to taser the attacker - but then fired two shots after this failed, France24 reports.
French Interior Minister Gérard Collomb praised police for their "cool response". He said his first thoughts were "with the victims of this heinous act".
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo tweeted (in French): "Tonight, our city was bruised."
"I want to tell them that all Parisians are on their side," she added.
French police warned the public not to spread rumours.French police warned the public not to spread rumours.
"Please only share information coming from a trusted source," the police tweeted."Please only share information coming from a trusted source," the police tweeted.
The Opera district is renowned for its vibrant nightlife, attracting tourists from around the world.
France has been on high alert following a series of attacks over the past three years. Some have been claimed or inspired by so-called Islamic State (IS).France has been on high alert following a series of attacks over the past three years. Some have been claimed or inspired by so-called Islamic State (IS).
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