French Interior Ministry:

4 dead, 12 injured in the Strasbourg attack.

The France national security alert level is increasing.

Security at land, rail and air ports of entry increasing. Expect delays.

Additional security being deployed in Strasbourg and elsewhere throughout the country.

The primary suspect has been identified as 29 YO Chekatt Cherif of Strasbourg (image below).

Cherif Remains at large and is believed to be receiving assistance by others.

French authorities say explosives, including hand grenades, have been discovered in the suspects home.

New Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Paris, France

December 12, 2018

Location: Strasbourg, France

Event: Police operations continue in Strasbourg to locate the subject responsible for the incident on Tuesday evening, December 11, 2018. Movement within several areas of the city remains restricted and authorities request that the public remain sheltered in place.

• Avoid the area
  
• Shelter in place if in the area
  
• Follow instructions of authorities
  
• Monitor local media for updates
  
• Be aware of your surroundings
  
• Notify friends and family of your safety
  

The US State Department is also advising American citizens in the area to check in on social media and/or contact loved ones to let them know you are safe. Heed instructions from local authorities and monitor local media for updates.