On August 19, 2026, a young man riding a motorcycle on sidewalks in Nîmes struck two police officers during his arrest. The incident occurred when officers attempted to stop the rider, who was driving dangerously.
According to local police sources, the officers were injured but their injuries are not life-threatening. The suspect was apprehended after the collision.
The investigation is ongoing, and the suspect faces charges including assault on law enforcement officers. The exact circumstances of the incident are still being clarified.
