PARIS: One person died and more than 200 people were injured in Paris following Paris Saint-Germain's second consecutive Champions League victory, the interior ministry said on Sunday (May 31), reigniting France's heated debate about street violence.
The violence erupted late Saturday night after PSG's win, with clashes between fans and police in several areas of the capital. The interior ministry confirmed that one person was killed and 208 others were injured, including 12 police officers. The cause of the death is under investigation.
Authorities reported that 150 people were arrested for various offenses, including vandalism, theft, and assault. The violence was concentrated around the Champs-Élysées and the Parc des Princes stadium, where large crowds had gathered to celebrate.
This incident has revived discussions in France about public order and the management of large sporting events. Critics have called for stricter measures to prevent such violence in the future, while officials have defended the police response.
