Fête de la Musique: Unverified Claims and Safety Warnings Circulate Online

Fête de la Musique: Concerns Over Safety and Unverified Incidents As the annual Fête de la Musique approaches, a recent online video has circulated, raising concerns among potential attendees by presenting a series of "scary facts" related to past events. The video, shared by user "chaaay 🦒," highlights several incidents and theories, aiming to deter participation. Among the points raised, the video references a tragic incident during the 2019 Fête de la Musique in Nantes, where 14 young individuals reportedly fell into the Loire river following a police intervention, resulting in one fatality. It also claims "hundreds of disappearances" occur annually during or after the festival, citing an unverified case of a teenager disappearing in Lille in 2017 after an outdoor concert. The video further delves into speculative theories, suggesting that the June 21st solstice, coinciding with the festival, is used for "secret rituals" or "satanic rituals," with loud music allegedly serving to mask these activities. It also posits that loud music and collective dances can "attract spirits," leading to possession. A significant portion of the video is dedicated to warnings about drink spiking and "wild injections" at events, with the speaker dramatically claiming that victims could wake up with missing organs. The creator recounts a personal, traumatizing experience from last year in Châtelet, where she claims to have witnessed a potentially deceased person covered by a white sheet outside a fast-food restaurant. While the video urges attendees to "be careful" and "protect yourselves," its reliance on unverified claims and sensationalized narratives makes it a source of public concern rather than a factual report. Authorities consistently advise vigilance and caution at large public gatherings, encouraging attendees to stay aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious activity.