On Wednesday evening, Laurent Nuñez, the Minister of the Interior, announced that three investigations would be opened by the police oversight authority into incidents of violence that occurred during school blockades in the towns of Tours (Indre-et-Loire), Sevran (Seine-Saint-Denis), and Saint-Ouen-l'Aumône (Val-d'Oise). These blockades, often involving students and educators, have become a recurring issue in France, sometimes leading to confrontations with law enforcement. In these incidents, several young people were injured, prompting calls for greater clarity and accountability. The investigations are part of a broader effort to understand the causes and consequences of the violence that has occasionally accompanied these protests. School blockades have been used by students and teachers to demand better conditions, including improved safety, mental health support, and more resources. However, the use of force by police and the resulting injuries have raised concerns about the handling of such demonstrations. On Thursday evening, the prosecutors' office in Pontoise announced the opening of a new investigation following an incident involving a LBD shot on the Argenteuil Plateau in Val-d'Oise. A LBD, or "Lanceur de Balle Désarmé," is a non-lethal projectile launcher used by police to disperse crowds. The use of such devices has been controversial, especially when they result in injuries. These developments come amid ongoing discussions about the balance between public safety and the rights of protesters. Authorities are under pressure to ensure that law enforcement actions are both effective and proportionate, while also addressing the underlying issues that lead to such protests in the first place.