A woman was injured during a protest in Marseille when a spray can was turned into an improvised flamethrower, according to police sources reported by BFMTV. The incident took place in the afternoon near Place du 4-Septembre in the 7th arrondissement of Marseille, during a tense moment involving demonstrations by high school students. These protests often occur in response to social or educational issues, and can sometimes turn chaotic as participants clash over differing views or goals. The woman was filmed pulling a barrier in front of two individuals while opposing ongoing vandalism. A person dressed in black and wearing a hood used the spray can with a lighter to convert it into a flamethrower, directing it toward the woman's head. According to BFMTV, the woman was struck in the face. She filed a complaint in Marseille on Friday, seeking legal action against those responsible for the incident. The use of improvised weapons during protests is not uncommon, though such actions can escalate tensions and lead to serious injuries. Authorities often face the challenge of balancing the right to protest with the need to maintain public safety. In this case, the police are investigating the incident to determine the full circumstances and identify those involved. The extent of the woman's injuries remains unknown at this time. As the investigation continues, officials are likely to look into the motivations behind the use of the flamethrower and whether it was a targeted act or part of a broader pattern of violence during the protest. The case may also prompt discussions on the measures needed to prevent such incidents in the future.