Parisian Restaurateur Reprimanded After Confronting Pickpocket

A Parisian restaurateur found himself on the wrong side of the law after attempting to evict a pickpocket from his restaurant. The incident, which unfolded in the city's 8th arrondissement, was captured on video and has since sparked a heated debate online. The video shows the restaurateur chasing the alleged pickpocket out of his establishment and into the street, where he was later confronted by police officers. One officer is heard saying to the restaurateur, "And so, we take justice into our own hands?" The restaurateur responded, "But I was going to call you." The police ultimately reprimanded the restaurateur for his actions, emphasizing the importance of leaving law enforcement to the authorities. While some viewers support the restaurateur's actions, citing frustration with petty crime, others praise the police for upholding the law and preventing vigilantism. The incident highlights the complex relationship between citizens and law enforcement in dealing with petty crime.