A hostage situation is unfolding in Arles, France, where a prisoner has taken several prison staff members hostage. According to French media, the convict has detained medical workers and guards, while police intervention units are prepared to respond.
The prisoner, armed with a bladed weapon, is holding several prison staff members hostage, including at least four medical workers and a guard, according to the BFMTV portal.
Local police have secured the area, while regional response teams are en route and prepared to intervene. Additionally, authorities have deployed members of a specialized tactical police unit trained for emergency situations.
