A peaceful wedding celebration in the tranquil village of Goult, located in southeastern France, was violently disrupted in the early hours of Sunday. A group of armed and masked men stormed the event, opening fire on the attendees. The attack resulted in the tragic death of the 27-year-old bride and left several others injured, including the groom and a 13-year-old boy.
The 25-year-old groom and the young teenager, who was in the couple’s car during the assault, both suffered severe injuries. While the authorities have not officially confirmed the boy’s relationship to the couple, it is speculated that he is their son, based on information from various sources.
In a dramatic turn of events, one of the attackers was fatally injured when the bride and groom, in a desperate bid to escape, ran him over. The remaining assailants, armed with multiple weapons, hastily retreated from the scene on foot following the unexpected counterattack.
The Avignon prosecutor’s office has launched an investigation into the incident, categorizing it as a case of “murder and attempted murder by an organized gang.” The motive behind the attack is still uncertain, but some sources suggest it could be linked to a drug-related conflict.
Among the injured was the groom’s sister, who is known to have a violent criminal offense in her past. However, no further details about the victims’ identities have been disclosed. Reports indicate that the victims were part of the local “Moroccan community.”
The horrifying event has left the usually quiet village of Goult in a state of shock and grief. As the investigation continues, authorities are working tirelessly to bring the culprits to justice.