VTC Driver Drives into Taxi Protest in Marseille, Injuring Two

Taxi driver protest in Marseille turns violent as VTC driver runs over demonstrators. A ride-hailing vehicle (VTC) driver drove into a crowd of taxi drivers protesting in Marseille, France, injuring two. The incident occurred during midday on May 20th, 2025, amidst a larger demonstration against proposed new pricing for medical transport and the growing competition from VTC services. A witness, a taxi driver, recounted the events: "Around 12:30 pm, a VTC arrived, and they threw eggs at it. The VTC driver then made a U-turn and deliberately drove into us, hitting two of my colleagues." Police are actively searching for the VTC driver who fled the scene. The protest, which began yesterday, continues, highlighting concerns among taxi drivers about their future.