One fan died and another was in serious condition during the celebrations for the Champions League title won by Paris Saint-Germain. French authorities recorded 416 arrests across the country on Saturday night. The incidents involved clashes with police, looting and barricades in several regions, especially in the capital.
The final ended with a victory for Paris Saint-Germain over Arsenal. Milhares of fans took to the streets to celebrate the club’s second European title. Parte’s celebrations, however, turned into acts of vandalism and clashes with security forces.
Tumultos concentrate on Champs-Élysées avenue
Milhares of people gathered on the avenue Champs-Élysées after the final whistle. Ali, in addition to the parties, there were robberies and looting in commercial establishments. Grupos tried to attack a police station in the region.
Police used tear gas to contain protesters. Sete agents were injured in the clashes. Fogos fireworks and firecrackers were thrown at the security teams.
- Torcedores erected barricades with burning electric bicycles
- Materiais construction were used to block roads
- Furtos were recorded in the crowd
- Sete police needed medical attention
Acidentes and serious injuries near Parc des Princes
Nos surrounding Parc des Princes, the stadium opened its doors for around 48 thousand fans to follow the decision on big screens. Vândalos set objects on fire and blocked the ring road.
One person died in a traffic accident on the capital’s ring road. Outra victim, stabbed, fell into a coma. The cases are under investigation.
The police had to intervene several times to disperse the most violent groups. Sete magistrates were summoned to analyze prison processes full-time.
Esquema reinforced security for players’ parade
The celebrations continue this Sunday. Paris Saint-Germain players must present the trophy to fans on a stage set up at the feet of Torre Eiffel. Cerca of 100 thousand people are expected at the site.
Depois, the team will be received by President Emmanuel Macron. The event ends at Parc des Princes. Ministério’s Interior mobilized 5,790 police officers and 2,500 firefighters to prevent further incidents.
- Apresentação trophy on Torre Eiffel
- Encontro with the French president
- Encerramento on Parc des Princes
- Reforço with almost 6 thousand agents
National Balanço points to 283 arrests in Paris alone
Do total of 416 arrests, 283 took place in the French capital. The remainder was distributed to other cities in the country. Authorities distinguish between fans who just celebrated and groups who committed vandalism.
Paris Saint-Germain won the second Champions League championship. The title came after an outstanding campaign in the European competition. The party, however, was marked by violence in several parts of França.
Security forces worked throughout the night. The focus now is to ensure tranquility in this Sunday’s events. Investigations into the dead and injured remain ongoing.