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Suspect in Deadly Paris Suburb Shooting Sent For Psychiatric Observation

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A man suspected of a deadly racist shooting near Paris that left one person dead and five injured has been placed under psychiatric observation.

A man suspected of a deadly gun attack near Paris has left custody and been placed under psychiatric observation.
The shooting on Friday killed one person and injured five others in Trappes and La Verrière, targeting people of migrant origin.
The suspect is identified by French media as 39-year-old Kevin T.
The National Anti-Terrorist Prosecutor's Office (PNAT) stated the psychiatric evaluation will determine if his health is compatible with further interrogation and is likely to last 48 hours.
President Emmanuel Macron described the incident as a racist terrorist attack targeting skin color or religion, calling it a turning point for the nation.
Cannabis and cocaine were found in the suspect's bloodstream.
A Bible, a Quran, and a copy of Adolf Hitler's Mein Kampf were found at the suspect's home, according to reports citing investigation sources.
The victim killed was identified as 26-year-old French-Congolese martial artist Pengo Bossio Wangi.
Three of the injured were hospitalized in serious condition, including a 12-year-old girl whose condition is improving.