Two Members of Nine’s Olympic Broadcast Team Allegedly Attacked in Paris, Suspected Robbery
A serious incident has occurred in Paris, with two members of Nine’s Olympic broadcast team reportedly being assaulted and robbed during the 2024 Olympic Games.
According to sources, the two staff members from Nine’s Olympic broadcast team, which is covering the games in partnership with the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC), were attacked on Wednesday morning while on their way to the Stade de France for the track and field events.
Details of the alleged incident are still emerging, but it is believed that the two staff members, a male and a female, were approached by a group of thieves near the Eiffel Tower at around 9:30 am local time. The thieves allegedly attacked the duo, leaving them with significant injuries.
Witnesses have described the scene as "terrifying" and "horrifying," with the two victims said to be in a "state of shock" after the assault. "They were just walking along and then suddenly these guys appeared out of nowhere," one eyewitness said. "I couldn’t believe what I was seeing."
An investigation is currently underway, with police working to identify the suspects and piece together the events surrounding the attack. "This is a serious incident, and we are treating it as a significant assault," said a spokesperson for the French authorities. "We are working closely with the AOC and Nine to ensure the welfare of their staff and to bring the perpetrators to justice."
The incident has sent shockwaves through the Olympic community, with many praising the quick response of the authorities and condemning the violence. "We are deeply saddened to hear about this incident and are thankful that the victims are receiving the best medical care possible," said AOC Chairman, John Coates. "We are working closely with Nine to support their staff and to ensure the ongoing success of our Olympic coverage."
As the investigation continues, it is not yet clear if the attack was related to the Olympics or a random incident. However, one thing is certain: the world will be watching Paris closely in the coming days and nights, as the 2024 Olympic Games continue to captivate millions of fans around the globe.
The Olympic Broadcast Service (OBS) and Nine have both issued statements on the incident, expressing concern for the wellbeing of their staff and assuring their audience that they are doing everything in their power to support those affected. In the meantime, the people of Paris remain in shock, as this dramatic and disturbing incident sends ripples through the international community.