Tragedy Strikes Paris: Two Dead, Hundreds Arrested After PSG's Champions League Win Paris, France – Joyous celebrations marking Paris Saint-Germain's historic Champions League victory turned tragic on June 1st, 2025, leaving two dead and hundreds arrested. The French interior ministry confirmed the casualties, painting a grim picture of the aftermath of the football match. Videos circulating online show scenes of escalating violence. A 17-year-old was reportedly crushed to death during the chaotic celebrations in the city's Daptstown area. A witness, who chose to remain anonymous, stated, "It was absolute pandemonium. People were pushing and shoving, and then suddenly, there was a scream, and a young man was down." This highlights the dangers of uncontrolled crowds. Separately, a 20-year-old man on a scooter was struck by a car in the southwest of Paris, also succumbing to his injuries. The driver of the car has been apprehended. The French police have made numerous arrests, with the exact number still being confirmed. In addition to the deaths, numerous injuries were reported. The events underscore the need for better crowd control measures during such large-scale celebrations. While the victory was a moment of immense pride for PSG fans, the tragic events that followed cast a long shadow over the celebrations. Investigations are underway to determine the full extent of the events and hold those responsible accountable.
Les scènes de violences et de dégradations commises en France après la victoire du PSG ont fait réagir les journaux du monde entier. Mais peuvent-ils…
