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French policeman charged after firing tear gas grenade at high schooler
Summary by The Paris Editorial Desk Le Monde in English
· October 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The charge stems from the officer's use of a tear gas grenade against the student. A French policeman has been charged following an incident involving a 14-year-old high school student.
A French policeman has been charged following an incident involving a 14-year-old high school student. The charge stems from the officer's use of a tear gas grenade against the student.
The incident occurred during a protest over high school conditions last week. A prosecutor has stated that the officer's actions were disproportionate to the student's behavior.
Further details about the incident and the charges are available from the source. The prosecutor's statement indicates that the officer's response was deemed excessive, leading to the charge.
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Category: safety Published: October 6, 2026 Source: Le Monde in English Reading time: 1 min
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