Oops, More Trouble at PSG Victory Parade, Two Deaths Reported
Multiple occurrences at PSG Parade
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp E-Mail Print Copy Link Paris Saint-Germain's exhilarating Champions League triumph draws a massive 100,000-strong crowd in the French capital, yet the celebrations are marred by incidents.
The veil of victory barely lifted, as chaos unfolded during the parade on the Champs-Élysées for Champions League winners, Paris Saint-Germain. The subsequent trophy presentation at the Parc des Princes also witnessed disturbances, with Paris police chief Laurent Nunez admitting the new incidents were regrettable.
However, it's important to note that the majority of those arrested were not genuine PSG fans but rather troublemakers. In the vicinity of the stadium, a group of these troublemakers hurled barriers onto the city's expressway in the early hours of Monday morning, causing traffic disruptions lasting a quarter of an hour despite immediate police intervention. Additionally, groups on the Champs-Élysées were reported to throw fireworks and attempt to vandalize shops.
As Nunez indicated, the authorities are keeping most of those involved in post-celebratory mishaps in detention, primarily those implicated in looting stores. Unfortunately, the festivities ended in tragedy, with two fatalities reported, though the specifics remain unclear.
Sports Celebration Turns Deadly: PSG Wins Maiden Champions League TitleIn a shocking twist, the French authorities reported an astounding 563 arrests nationwide during the previous night's revelries, with a staggering 491 in Paris alone. A total of 323 individuals were taken into police custody.
Despite the unfortunate events, the celebrations persisted: Monday's festivities at the tennis remained peaceful, with no reported property or personal damage. The triumphant players brought the trophy to the French Open, with Ousmane Dembélé carrying the trophy onto Court Philippe Chatrier before the quarterfinal match between Novak Djokovic and Cameron Norrie. PSG's president, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, rejoiced on the tribune alongside French tennis icon Yannick Noah, while over 10,000 spectators warmly welcomed the guests.
The incidents during the victory parade not only highlight the challenges of managing large public gatherings but also the importance of maintaining safety and order during high-profile sporting events.
Source: ntv.de, tno/dpa
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- "Interestingly, while the Commission has also been consulted on the draft Council decision on the conclusion of the agreement, the chaotic scenes from the Paris Saint-Germain victory parade, following their historic Champions League triumph, serve as a stark reminder of the challenges in managing large public gatherings, especially during high-profile sports events like football in Paris."
- "Despite the unfortunate incidents and deaths reported during the Paris Saint-Germain victory parade, the celebrations extended to the tennis courts the following day, where Ousmane Dembélé carried the Champions League trophy onto Court Philippe Chatrier, symbolizing the enduring spirit and passion for football, not just in Paris, but across the country and the world."
