On March 13, a tragic incident in Nice, France, resulted in the death of a woman who was attacked and killed by a hammer. The heinous act occurred in the eastern part of the city, with the victim's son, only 13 years old, contacting the police to report the incident. He described how an individual, who was masked, assaulted his mother.

Authorities responded quickly but faced challenges when arriving at the scene, as they had to break down the door to access the home. Upon entering, they found the woman with severe head injuries and an indentation in her skull near her eye. Unfortunately, she succumbed to her injuries despite the efforts of emergency medical services who arrived shortly after. Her son was immediately transported to the Lenval hospital for care, highlighting the traumatic nature of the event for the young boy.

The mayor of Nice, Christian Estrosi, expressed his outrage and horror regarding the incident, indicating the community's deep concern over such acts of violence. The attacker remains at large, prompting an ongoing police investigation to locate and apprehend the assailant. This case not only raises questions about public safety but also emphasizes the rising concerns about violence within domestic spaces, affecting the vulnerable.