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The celebration of Paris Saint-Germain's historic victory in the UEFA Champions League final against Inter Milan turned into a night of chaos and tragedy in the French capital. More than 550 people were arrested throughout France, and at least two lives were lost during the riots that broke out after the match.
Two deaths and hundreds injured
A 17-year-old died after being stabbed in the chest in circumstances yet to be clarified. He was taken in serious condition to the Dax hospital, in southwestern France, but did not survive the injuries. In addition, a 20-year-old man lost his life in the 15th arrondissement of Paris when a car collided with the scooter he was riding near the Parc des Princes.
In total, at least 192 people were injured throughout France, including 22 police officers and seven bomb disposal firefighters. A police officer remains in an induced coma after being hit by a firecracker in the town of Coutances.
Widespread unrest and property damage
Celebrations turned violent in various areas of Paris, such as the Champs-Élysées and the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district. 692 fires were recorded, of which 264 affected vehicles. In addition, looting occurred in stores, destruction of urban furniture, and clashes with law enforcement.
The police deployed more than 5,400 officers in the capital to control the situation, but the riots continued throughout the night.
Official reactions and security measures
The Interior Minister, Gérald Darmanin, condemned the violence and highlighted the work of the security forces in containing the riots. For her part, the Mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo, described the events as "intolerable" and stressed that those responsible must be identified and sanctioned.Despite the incidents, the authorities have confirmed that the PSG celebration parade will take place this Sunday afternoon, although with a reinforcement of police and military presence to ensure security.
