France protests turn into riots: Paris department store looted

Violent unrest sweeps several cities

Social protest in France, initially directed against rising prices and social issues, has escalated into large-scale riots and clashes with police. The situation was particularly acute in the capital, where participants in the actions looted the famous Galeries Lafayette department store.

Protesters looted boutiques of famous global brands, including Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Kenzo, Hugo Boss, and Apple. Similar riots were also recorded in Marseille, Lyon, and Lille.

Riots statistics and government response

According to data at the time of the events, more than 1,200 people were detained across the country. During clashes with law enforcement agencies, 150 police officers were injured.

French President Emmanuel Macron stated that all looters involved in these actions would be held accountable.