Afghan Man's Scabies Argument Fails to Prevent Detention After Knife Attack

A knife attack in Caen, France, has raised questions about the legal system and prison conditions. On May 21, 2025, an Afghan man assaulted a food delivery driver. His lawyer argued against jail time, citing scabies and prison overcrowding. "My client suffers from a highly contagious disease, and the current prison situation makes incarceration unsafe," the lawyer stated. While the victim sustained injuries requiring six days of hospitalization, the court decided to keep the defendant detained. The case is adjourned to July 7th, 2025. This incident highlights the complexities of the French justice system and the challenges of managing prison populations.