On July 1, 2026, a 60-year-old man with a history of schizophrenia attacked his cousin with a knife in Quimper, France. The suspect, whose name has not been released, allegedly believed his cousin had poisoned his soup.
The victim, a woman in her 50s, was stabbed multiple times but survived. She was hospitalized with serious injuries. The attack occurred at the suspect's home, where the cousin had been visiting.
Police arrested the man at the scene without incident. He was taken into custody and later transferred to a psychiatric facility for evaluation. Authorities confirmed the suspect has a documented history of schizophrenia and had been under treatment.
The investigation is ongoing, with prosecutors considering charges of attempted murder. The incident has raised concerns about mental health care and support for individuals with severe psychiatric conditions.
