French police accused over war-like injuries to teenagers in school protests
Summary
French teenagers have been seriously injured during school protests, with some suffering wounds similar to those seen in war. Police have launched investigations into multiple cases of violence against young protesters, while thousands of children have been taken into custody since the protests began.Key Facts
- Several teenagers were hurt by police weapons during school protests in France.
- Police have opened 36 internal investigations into alleged violence against protesters.
- One 15-year-old boy, Evan, lost his hand and fingers after a police stun grenade exploded near him.
- Another 14-year-old, Eden, suffered broken jaw and teeth injuries from a grenade launcher shot fired at close range.
- A 16-year-old named Maël lost the use of one eye from a rubber-bullet shot; a police officer faces charges.
- Since mid-September, about 6,773 children under 18 were arrested and taken to police custody during the protests.
- Over 1,000 children arrested faced no charges, while others have legal actions or alternatives like community service.
- Concerns exist about the police treatment of children, including reports of physical harm and verbal abuse.
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