On Friday, October 2, as part of a national high school protest movement, several schools in France faced attempts at blockage, particularly in Toulouse, according to local authorities. The prefecture reported that approximately 1,000 people were involved in the demonstrations, despite some schools being closed. Although security forces were heavily deployed and conducted numerous checks, which led to the seizure of several weapons, the protests resulted in multiple incidents of violence and property damage near schools and on public roads. The demonstrations saw not only students but also adults not affiliated with the schools engaging in violent acts. Authorities confirmed that law enforcement systematically intervened to stop the violence and make arrests. Firefighters were among those targeted, suffering violent aggression during the events. In total, 70 arrests were made across the department, with 65 of those occurring in the Toulouse area. The public transport network in the metropolitan area, including trams, buses, and the metro, was significantly disrupted by the protests. Emergency services and security forces were also targeted. During their efforts to restore public order, 10 personnel from the national police and the national gendarmerie were injured. In Toulouse, three fire engine crews that were mobilized for firefighting were attacked with projectiles. Additionally, several gendarmerie vehicles were targeted with numerous projectiles, highlighting the escalation of violence during the demonstrations. This incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by authorities in managing large-scale protests, particularly when they involve both students and unrelated individuals. The combination of violence, property damage, and threats against emergency and security personnel has raised concerns about the safety and effectiveness of public order management during such events.