In what is being called a terrorist attack a man drove an articulated truck at high speed into a crowd that had just watched Bastille Day fireworks in the French Riviera city of Nice killing 80 people late on Thursday.
Counter-terrorist investigators were still trying to identify the driver. French officials have said that a number of weapons and grenades were found inside the vehicle.
Late Thursday evening Manitoba’s Deputy Premier put out this statement on behalf of the Province
My heart goes out to the dozens of innocent victims of today’s terror attack in Nice, France.
On behalf of all Manitobans, I extend my deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed or injured.
France holds a special place in the hearts of many Manitobans and I know that all citizens of our province, both francophone and non-francophone, join me in condemning this senseless and horrific attack on innocent civilians celebrating Bastille Day.
The thoughts and prayers of all Manitobans are with the people of France at this very difficult time.
-Heather Stefanson
Prime Minister Trudeau reached out on social media
Canadians are shocked by tonight's attack in Nice. Our sympathy is with the victims, and our solidarity with the French people.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) July 14, 2016
He also put out an official statement on behalf of the Canadian Government
On behalf of all Canadians, I extend my deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who were killed. We also wish a speedy recovery to the many more that were injured.
Canada and France are the closest of friends, and we stand by the French people as they face this terrible ordeal. We have offered all possible assistance to the French Government.
Senseless acts like this one are not isolated events, and we will continue to work with our Allies and partners to fight terrorism in all of its forms. We will bring those who are responsible to justice, whether they be the perpetrators, or those involved in funding or organizing such attacks.
-Prime Minister Trudeau
