Drama in Montjoire near Toulouse. Man Opens Fire on Niece, Then Kills Himself with a Gun

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This Saturday, December 21, 2024, a drama took place in the municipality of Montjoire northeast of Toulouse. Man shot his niece before committing suicide himself with a hunting rifle.

An uncle and his niece

“We were called this morning to two people who were fatally shot by a firearm. According to the facts, a lady and her partner were in an isolated house in the town of Montjoire. LThe woman's uncle entered the home and opened fire on her. He then came out and pointed the firearm, a shotgun, at himself, before killing himself. », says the gendarmes of the Saint-Michel company, who intervened on the scene, shortly after the events.

An unknown mobile

For the moment, the police do not don't know the mobile of man. “An investigation has been opened to try to determine the reason for the tragedy. But it remains quite a shocking scene, especially since these were not people known to the justice system,” adds the captain of the Saint-Michel company.

Auditions in progress

This afternoon, several Interviews with family members of the victims have already begun.“We are going to continue this weekend to interview people and put it all together in files,” the captain finishes.

Information to follow…

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