Three Injured in Monaco Explosion, Suspect Flees Toward France

Three people, including a child, were injured after an explosion struck a residential building in Monaco on Monday night. Authorities said the suspect fled on foot toward the French town of Beausoleil and remains at large.

The explosion occurred at around 9 pm local time on Rue Révérend-Père-Louis-Frolla, prompting a large-scale emergency response.

Suspect Caught on CCTV

According to initial findings, CCTV footage showed a person leaving a backpack at the scene before walking away. A short time later, several people gathered in the area and the backpack exploded.

Authorities have launched a judicial investigation to identify and arrest the suspect.

Three Injured, Including a Child

The Monaco government said the explosion injured two adults and one child, identified as Ukrainian and Russian nationals. All three victims were taken to hospitals in Nice, France, for treatment.

Police quickly sealed off the area after the blast.

Emergency Protocol Activated

Following the explosion, Monaco activated its "Plan Rouge" emergency protocol, which is used during major incidents involving multiple casualties. The system enables authorities to deploy additional emergency resources based on the severity of the incident.

Prince Albert II Condemns Blast

Monaco’s Prince Albert II described the explosion as a shock for the principality and expressed solidarity with the victims and their families.

He praised emergency responders and security personnel for their swift response and said Monaco's authorities are working closely with French officials to establish the circumstances of the explosion, identify those responsible and ensure public safety.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and authorities have not yet announced a motive for the attack.