Father kills son, wounds teenager before taking own life
Father kills young son, wounds teenager, then dies by suicide in premeditated attack.
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Blénod-lès-Pont-à-Mousson Family Shooting
A 36-year-old man shot his two sons in Meurthe-et-Moselle on May 9-10, 2026, killing the 8-year-old and critically wounding the 16-year-old before taking his own life. Police investigation indicates premeditation.
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2026-08-17 to 2026-11-14 · UTC publication dates
Coverage begins 10 May, 11:07 UTC
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What happened
Evidence suggests premeditated attack by father
Police investigation indicates the father had planned the incident in advance. He left a letter addressed to his children stating they would soon join him in heaven. He had administered sedatives to the children before the shooting.
Man shoots and kills 8-year-old son in Blénod-lès-Pont-à-Mousson
A man shot and killed his 8-year-old son during an incident in Blénod-lès-Pont-à-Mousson, Meurthe-et-Moselle. The incident occurred during the night of May 9-10. Police found the child deceased at the scene.
Father takes own life following shooting incident
The 36-year-old father turned the weapon on himself and died at the scene. Police confirmed his death during their investigation.
16-year-old son critically wounded by gunfire
A 16-year-old son was critically injured when shot by his father. He was transported to hospital and was reported to be between life and death. His cries alerted neighbors who contacted police.
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