France investigates attempted murder after police officer engulfed in flames
PARIS: France on Sunday opened an attempted murder probe after petrol bombs were thrown at security forces during Paris protests, as footage of an officer engulfed in flames sparked outrage.
France has opened an investigation into an attempted murder after petrol bombs were thrown at police officers during protests in Paris. The incident sparked outrage following footage showing a police officer engulfed in flames. On Saturday, clashes erupted across Paris and other cities as protests against rising living costs continued.
The Paris police prefecture reported that several hundred rioters had attacked security forces with projectiles. Prosecutors are examining videos and photos shared on social media and have identified three individuals in black clothing as suspects. However, no arrests have been made yet. The Interior Minister described the violence as extraordinary, and the officer, who suffered minor injuries, praised a bystander who helped extinguish the flames. The protests are taking place against a backdrop of an upcoming presidential election.
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