Thousands in tribute to murdered French council officials

Around 14,000 people have paid tribute to eight officials who died when a gunman opened fire at a council meeting in France.

Around 14,000 people have paid tribute to eight officials who died when a gunman opened fire at a council meeting in France.

Both President Jacques Chirac and Prime Minister Lionel Jospin attended the ceremony in the Nanterre stadium outside Paris.

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