France halts use of stun grenades after boy's hand blown off in student protests
Also reported by CBS News
Summary
France has stopped using stun grenades during student protests after a 15-year-old boy lost his hand in an explosion. The government is investigating police actions during these protests, which have caused injuries and school closures across the country.Key Facts
- A 15-year-old boy's hand was blown off during protests near a high school in Lens after a stun grenade exploded.
- The Interior Minister paused the use of stun grenades while the incident is investigated.
- More than 500 schools were closed fully or partially due to ongoing protests.
- Hundreds of thousands of people protested across France, including in Paris, for better school conditions.
- The police watchdog has opened 18 investigations into possible excessive use of force by police.
- Over 480 people were arrested and dozens of police officers injured during the protests.
- Other incidents include a 14-year-old boy injured by tear gas and a 17-year-old alleging police violence leading to an attempted murder investigation.
- Prime Minister and President Macron are actively addressing the protests, with a planned further protest scheduled.
