Mayor of Verquin attacked: Three people arrested

Verquin - 05/08/2026: In the northern French municipality of Verquin, Mayor Sylvie Bauvais-Tassez has reportedly been attacked, according to authorities. Three people were arrested in connection with the incident. The investigation covers suspected insulting of a public official, property damage and violence against an elected municipal representative. Authorities initially provided no further details about the precise course of events.Verquin is located in the Pas-de-Calais department, west of Lens and near Bethune. Bauvais-Tassez has headed the town hall since March 20, 2026. The attack therefore occurred only a few months after ...