Raphaël Balland

Raphaël Balland is the prosecutor involved in the investigation of a recent stabbing incident in Sanary-sur-Mer, southeastern France. The case involves a 14-year-old student who attacked his 60-year-old art teacher in front of approximately 20 other students. The teacher was stabbed three to four times in the chest and is currently in critical condition. Balland has stated that the suspect told police he committed the act due to having "too much hatred." The school was evacuated following the attack. Balland's role as prosecutor places him at the center of the legal proceedings and public discourse surrounding this violent event, which has raised concerns about safety in schools and the motivations behind the attack.