Pétanque player, 68, dies after being 'hit in head with metal boule'

A 68-year-old pétanque player has died after being hit in the head with a metal boule. The incident allegedly occurred during a game, with the victim's 81-year-old opponent being accused of the assault. The 81-year-old opponent has been arrested in connection with the incident, according to the public prosecutor. An investigation is likely to follow the arrest to determine the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident.

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