French Authorities Thwart Bomb Attack at Bank of America Building in Paris

French Authorities Thwart Bomb Attack at Bank of America Building in Paris

French authorities thwarted a potential bomb attack outside a Bank of America building in Paris over the weekend. The police arrested a man who was in the process of setting off a homemade explosive device. The man was apprehended after placing a device containing nine pints of liquid, suspected to be fuel, and an ignition system. Fortunately, the incident took place during the night when the office was closed, and no employees were harmed.

Bank of America's head of global media relations, Jessica Oppenheim, confirmed that the company is aware of the situation and is cooperating with the authorities. The French anti-terror prosecutors are currently handling the case, as reported by the Agence France-Presse. The building targeted in the attempted attack is situated in the upscale 8th arrondissement of Paris, just a short distance from the renowned Champs-Élysées.

CBS News has reached out to the Paris police for further details on the incident. The swift action taken by the French police prevented a potentially catastrophic event from occurring. The safety and security of the employees and the public remain a top priority for both the authorities and the bank.