Hostages Taken Underground in Paris

Armed Man Takes Hostages in Paris Suburbs

An armed man has taken several hostages in a Paris suburb, sparking a major police operation. The incident began at around 10:30am local time when the man entered a building in the town of Colombes, northwest of the French capital.

According to reports, the man is armed with a gun and is holding several people hostage. Police have cordoned off the area and are negotiating with the hostage-taker.

Police Negotiators on Scene

A large number of police officers are at the scene, including specialist hostage negotiators. The police are urging people to stay away from the area and are asking for witnesses to come forward.

The motive for the hostage-taking is not yet known. Police are treating the incident as a serious crime and are investigating all possibilities.

Hostage Situation Ongoing

The hostage situation is ongoing and it is not yet clear how it will end. Police are urging the public to remain calm and to follow the instructions of the authorities.