As the community reels from this unprecedented violence, officials express their outrage and concern over the safety of their small town. A total of 28 guests were present during the shooting, which has prompted a police search for the assailants who fled the scene.

In response to the shooting, Goult Mayor Didier Perello condemned the violence, noting the attempted murder and the lifelong impact such a crime could have on the tight-knit village. Local residents are left grappling with the fear of future incidents.

Local restaurant owner Guillaume Molinas highlighted the historical rarity of such violent events in Goult, stating, "The last major incident in the village was 125 years ago." The community now fears a tarnished reputation in the wake of this grim event.