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Suspected parcel bomb explodes in Lyon injuring 13 people

Suspected parcel bomb explodes in Lyon injuring 13 people
Explosives experts worked at the scene after Friday's blast [Photo:BBC]

A suspected parcel bomb has exploded in the centre of the eastern French city of Lyon, injuring 13 people.

Those hurt in the explosion on Victor‑Hugo Street, including a girl aged eight, appear to have suffered superficial injuries.


The injured were taken to hospital [Photo:BBC]

Police are hunting a cyclist who was seen leaving the parcel outside a bakery on a street corner.

Anti‑terrorist prosecutors have taken over the investigation in the country's third‑biggest city.

French Interior Minister Christophe Castaner said he had ordered security to be boosted in public places and at major events.

[Source: BBC]

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