A female gendarme in Toulouse seriously wounded a man who was attacking her colleague during an altercation, authorities said.
The incident occurred when the officer intervened to assist her partner, who was being assaulted by the individual. In response, she discharged her service weapon, resulting in critical injuries to the attacker.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene and provided immediate medical aid before transporting the man to a local hospital for treatment. His condition remains serious, though no further details about his prognosis have been released.
The gendarme involved has been placed on administrative depart pending an internal investigation, which is standard procedure following any use of force by law enforcement personnel.
Officials have not identified either officer or the man involved, citing ongoing investigative protocols. No charges have been filed at this stage, and investigators are reviewing all available evidence, including witness statements and body camera footage, if applicable.
The case underscores the risks faced by law enforcement officers during routine interactions and the split-second decisions they may be forced to make in volatile situations.
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