Teacher stabbed to death in class by possessed 16-year-old student in France

The death of a Spanish-language teacher in a classroom in France has shocked many after a 16-year-old student, claiming to be possessed and hearing voices, stabbed her to death. The incident occurred at a private Catholic school named after Saint Thomas Aquinas in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, a luxurious beach resort in southwestern France.


The death of a Spanish-language teacher in a classroom in France has shocked many after a 16-year-old student, claiming to be “possessed” and hearing voices, stabbed her to death. The incident occurred at a private Catholic school named after Saint Thomas Aquinas in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, a luxurious beach resort in southwestern France.

The victim, identified as 54-year-old Agnes Lassalle, was fatally attacked by the teenage student. The suspect was swiftly taken into custody and questioned by investigators. A criminal investigation has been launched for suspected premeditated murder.

According to Bayonne prosecutor Jerome Bourrier, the 16-year-old student had no previous encounters with law enforcement or the justice system. Sources suggest that the teenager is grappling with serious mental health issues.

Following the stabbing, the assailant allegedly confessed to another teacher that he was possessed and had heard voices commanding him to kill his teacher. Witnesses reported that the perpetrator appeared calm and silent during the incident.

The French Education Minister, Pap Ndiaye, visited the school and announced that about 90 students and some teachers, including those who witnessed the dreadful attack, are receiving psychological support. A minute of silence will be held in honor of Lassalle in all French schools.

Ndiaye expressed his disbelief at the tragedy, stating, “There was no reason to think that such a terrible tragedy could take place here. This is a very calm school, known for its seriousness and serenity.”


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