FRENCH authorities have detained an 18-year-old pupil who, on Monday, stabbed his school teacher in the face and fled.
The teacher suffered a facial injury that is not life-threatening, according to authorities.
After the attack at the Lycee de l’Hyrome on Monday morning, CrimesChroniclers learnt that the suspect quickly left through the window, abandoning his weapon.
He was later detained by Gendarmes and Municipal Police.
According to P.M Express, French officials said in the statement that the young man was not previously known to the police, adding that counselling was provided to pupils and teachers after the attack.
An investigation into attempted murder has been launched.
