The suspect held over the fatal shooting of an 11-year-old British girl in France has been placed under investigation for murder, prosecutors say, APA reports citing BBC.
Solaine Thornton was shot dead while playing on a swing in her garden on Saturday evening.
The suspect, a 71-year-old man, reportedly shut himself in his house following the incident.
But he eventually surrendered to police and was arrested along with his wife.
A search of the couple's property also uncovered two weapons, one of which had not been previously declared, prosecutor Camille Miansoni said.
The couple, both Dutch nationals, tested positive for alcohol and cannabis. They had no previous convictions, prosecutors said.
The victim's parents Adrian and Rachel Thornton were also hurt and are in hospital.
Prosecutor Camille Miansoni said the couple, who lived next door to the family, had been in conflict with their British neighbours over works taking place on their property.
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