Chaos in Paris During PSG's Champions League Victory: Road Accident Leaves Three Injured, Police Arrest 47 Individuals
Exciting Night in Paris Turns Sour: Three Injured in Car Accident During PSG's Champions League Triumph
Celebrations turn into chaos as a series of unfortunate events unfold during Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) victory over Arsenal in the Champions League semifinal, May 7, 2025.
The joyous atmosphere surrounding PSG's 2-1 win, securing their place in the final on May 31, took a grim turn when a car accident near the Champs-Élysées left three individuals injured.
According to reports from our website and the Paris police prefecture, one person is in critical condition, while the other two are receiving treatment in relative urgency. All three were transported to the hospital after the incident, which occurred during the street festivities following the match.
Unraveling the Mystery
In the midst of the revelry, it appears that the driver of the car was surrounded by fans, with some even climbing onto the vehicle. In an unfortunate turn of events, the driver reportedly accelerated, striking pedestrians. The driver and their passenger then fled on foot, as per the Paris prosecutor's office. It is unclear at this stage if the driver's actions were intentional or if they panicked in the crowd and sped off to escape. The vehicle was the same one that was burned later on Avenue Marceau, near the Champs-Élysées, as per initial findings from the investigation.
The Aftermath of the Celebrations
The night's events were not limited to the car accident. According to a police source, 47 people were arrested during the evening, with 44 placed in police custody. Of these arrests, eight individuals had their custody extended, while five were referred to the prosecutor's office. Thirty-one were released. The arrests were made for offenses such as forming a group to commit violence, vandalism, and possession of explosive or incendiary devices.
Several incidents were reported, including a police officer who was injured by a projectile and will file a complaint the following day. Four vehicles were vandalized, including a police car and a vehicle belonging to the Paris City Hall, as well as several city trash cans that were set on fire.
Earlier in the evening, arrests were made near the Parc des Princes at the Porte de Saint-Cloud. Despite no significant damage or injuries being reported, numerous fireworks or mortars were set off in the area. Police reinforcements were called upon to maintain order, and some bars and restaurants, such as Les Trois obus, near the Parc des Princes, closed prematurely due to the tension around the stadium.
As the investigation into the car accident continues, the buzz surrounding PSG's historic achievement has been muted by the tragic events that transpired during the night of celebration. Stay tuned for further updates.
- The Paris police prefecture noted that a car accident occurred near the Champs-Élysées during the street festivities following Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) Champions League semifinal victory over Arsenal.
- The incident resulted in three individuals being injured, with one person in critical condition and the others receiving treatment in relative urgency.
- General news and crime-and-justice outlets reported that the driver responsible for the accident fled on foot after hitting pedestrians, who were initially surrounded by fans.
- The European leagues section of sports news noted that the vehicle involved in the accident was later found burned on Avenue Marceau, near the Champs-Élysées.
- Amidst the chaos, the police opened investigations for offenses such as forming a group to commit violence, vandalism, and possession of explosive or incendiary devices, resulting in 47 arrests during the evening.
- In addition to the car accident, other incidents were reported, including a police officer being injured by a projectile and several vehicles, including a police car and a vehicle belonging to the Paris City Hall, being vandalized.
