Camp-Levieux Tragedy: Jugnauth Says 'Nothing Can Justify Such Acts'

Former Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth has spoken out following a shocking violent incident that unfolded in the early hours of Saturday morning in Camp-Levieux, a locality in the east of Mauritius. In a post shared on his Facebook page, Jugnauth described his profound sadness at the events and directed his thoughts specifically toward Élodie Thomas, the victim at the centre of the tragedy, expressing hope that she will find the strength to overcome what he called a "terrible ordeal." Jugnauth firmly condemned all forms of violence in his statement, asserting that "nothing can justify such acts" — a message aimed at underlining that no circumstances excuse the use of violence against another person. He also addressed the broader Thomas family, offering them his wishes for courage, strength, and hope as they navigate through this devastating episode. The former PM, who led the country as Prime Minister until the November 2024 general election, is now leader of the opposition Militant Socialist Movement (MSM). His public reaction joins a growing chorus of political figures and officials speaking out in the wake of the Camp-Levieux incident, which has drawn widespread attention across Mauritius. The case involving Élodie Thomas has shocked the island, with reports indicating she sustained serious injuries — including a bullet that reportedly remains lodged in her neck. Authorities are continuing their investigation. Source: ION News