Monaco explosion injures three and triggers police hunt
An explosion at a residential building in Monaco has injured three people, prompting a police manhunt for a suspect seen on CCTV dropping a backpack. Authorities are treating the incident as a likely targeted attack.
Why it matters
The incident is highly unusual for the microstate of Monaco, which is typically known for its extreme security and status as a haven for the global elite.
Monégasque and French police officers stand near the area of the explosion in Monaco, near the border with France, on Monday evening./Getty Images Monégasque and French police officers stand near the area of the explosion in Monaco, near the border with France, on Monday evening./Getty Images Monaco Monaco explosion injures three and triggers police hunt Two people said to be in critical condition after CCTV shows man dropping backpack at residential building lobby
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