Mother Injured in Shooting Linked to Drug Trafficking in Villeurbanne
A mother was injured in her home in Villeurbanne, France, on February 6, 2026, after her residence was targeted by gunfire. She sustained injuries to her legs from shattered glass. Her four children were unharmed.
According to reports, approximately fifteen bullet holes were found in the room where the mother was located. She received medical care following the incident.
The shooting is believed to be part of a series of intimidation shootings targeting homes in various towns within the city, linked to drug trafficking activity. Villeurbanne Mayor Cédric Van Styvendael (PS) issued a statement, emphasizing the need for continued state support in combating this extreme violence: “More than ever, the State must remain mobilized alongside us, to fight against these phenomena of extreme violence which aim to destabilize our territories.”
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges related to drug-related violence adn its impact on residents in the Villeurbanne area. Authorities are continuing to investigate the shootings and work to address the underlying issues driving this criminal activity.
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