Two fatalities and more than 500 arrests in France during PSG's Champions League match.
A minor was stabbed to death in Dacs, and the second victim is a man who suffered a traffic accident in Paris.
BarcelonaFrance celebrated tonight PSG's victory in the Champions League finalHowever, a celebration that has turned tragic, with major clashes across the country and at least two fatalities, as confirmed by the Ministry of the Interior. Specifically, during these celebrations, a 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death in Dacs, in southwestern France. At this time, the police have not specified the context of the attack. In Paris, a man died while riding a motorcycle and was struck by a car.
Police have so far arrested 559 people across the country for these disturbances, 491 in the French capital. Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau denounced that while "true PSG fans are celebrating their team's magnificent match," groups of "barbarians have taken to the streets of Paris to commit crimes and provoke law enforcement." According to the report released Sunday morning, up to 192 people were injured. And 692 fires have been reported, affecting 264 vehicles.
One of the most serious incidents occurred in Grenoble, at the foot of the Alps, where a car struck several people; four members of a family were injured, two of them seriously, according to reports. The ParisianOne of the injured is believed to be a minor. According to initial police reports, the vehicle skidded due to high speed, and the driver lost control. Thus, for now, the attack is not considered a deliberate attack, but rather an accident. After the incident, the driver surrendered to the police.
In Paris, French police had planned extensive operations in anticipation of PSG winning the Champions League. Some downtown businesses also boarded up their windows. However, looting of shops in Camps Elysees was still ongoing. Cars were also attacked in areas near the Parc des Princes, PSG's stadium, where many fans gathered to celebrate the title. Celebrations also included the Bastille and Place de la République. Rue Princesse was evacuated by police after a small fire started on the roof of a building due to the numerous fireworks that were launched.
