Did a Teenager Shoot at a French School?

Reports indicate a 14-year-old used a hunting rifle in a school shooting in Aubagne, France.

By Imani Kabeya — Fact Check · October 12, 2026 at 7:44 p.m.

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Claim: A 14-year-old boy shot the headmaster and a teacher at a French school in Aubagne, according to officials.

What we found: According to Al Jazeera, French officials have reported that a teenager opened fire with a hunting rifle at a middle school in the town of Aubagne. It was mentioned that the incident involved the headmaster and a teacher. The details about the injuries or any other potential targets were not provided.

Verdict: Confirmed. The information provided by Al Jazeera corroborates the claim that a 14-year-old was involved in a shooting at a middle school in Aubagne, using a hunting rifle. Further details about the circumstances or motives have not been disclosed.

Did a Teenager Shoot at a French School?

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