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PSG’s victory frenzy turns into violence: 2 dead, 192 injured, 500 arrested
Two people were killed and 192 injured in France during the celebration of the Champions League final. In addition, more than 500 people have been arrested by police.
The French Interior Ministry announced these information on Sunday.
Victory-crazy began in the French capital Paris and surrounding areas on Saturday night when PSG won the Champions League for the first time. The celebration, which began after defeating the Italian club Inter Milan, turned into a clash with the police.
PSG’s victory frenzy turns into violence: 2 dead, 192 injured, 500 arrested
Victory-crazy began in the French capital Paris and surrounding areas on Saturday night when PSG won the Champions League for the first time. The celebration, which began after defeating the Italian club Inter Milan, turned into a clash with the police.
According to the initial estimates of the Interior Ministry, 559 people have been arrested until this morning. Of these, 491 were arrested in Paris alone. Of these, 320 have been taken into police custody, 254 of whom are from Paris.
PSG’s victory frenzy turns into violence: 2 dead, 192 injured, 500 arrested
During the clashes, some bus stops were demolished on Champs-Elysees Street and various objects were thrown at riot police. Police used tear gas shells and water cannons to control the situation. Thousands of PSG fans crowded the famous avenue at the time.
The Interior Ministry also said that there were hundreds of incidents of arson across the country. Among these, more than 200 vehicles were burned. 22 members of the security forces and 7 fire service personnel were injured during the violence.
PSG’s victory frenzy turns into violence: 2 dead, 192 injured, 500 arrested
The Interior Ministry also said that there were hundreds of incidents of arson across the country. Among these, more than 200 vehicles were burned. 22 members of the security forces and 7 fire service personnel were injured during the violence.
