The attackers targeted an establishment frequented by local football supporters near Stade Robert-Diochon, triggering violent clashes that left three people seriously injured.

Video footage recorded during the assault captured one of the attackers shouting, “Bunch of White sons of bitches.”

The French association Résistance Républicaine says it has filed a criminal complaint following the attack.

The government forecasts approximately 50,400 asylum-related arrivals in 2026, including 29,200 first-time asylum applications and 18,900 family reunification arrivals. Another 51,000 arrivals are expected in 2027.

Of the 96,000 reception places projected for 2028, 5,600 would be reserved for unaccompanied migrant minors.

The country's asylum accommodation system is already operating beyond capacity, with occupancy reaching 102.1% on October 1.

Witnesses described Williams pacing through the carriage, playing spooky Halloween music on his phone, talking to himself, and repeatedly shouting, “I am the baddest, no-one is as bad as me.”

He was also heard shouting “boom” and “power” and mentioning the devil.

A taxi driver who subsequently picked him up described Williams behaving aggressively, talking to himself, and repeatedly declaring, “I'm coming London, I'm coming London, I'm coming home.”

Terrified passengers fled through the carriages while others attempted to confront the attacker, including a railway employee who fought him off with a frying pan.