Event escalates into violence

Between 300 and 400 people attended a "run," a wild car event that escalated into violence near Montpellier, specifically at the Grand Sud shopping center in Lattes, on the parking lot that hosts the McDonald's and the Carrefour supermarket. These events had already occurred during previous weekends but intensified this night.

Obstacles and resistance

Shopping carts were placed to slow the arrival of municipal, national police, and gendarmes, who were numerous during this nighttime intervention. Fireworks were used against law enforcement, and many projectiles were also thrown at them.

Police response and injuries

Police were forced to use tear gas grenades to try to disperse the individuals. A police officer was slightly injured during this "confrontation," and a vehicle from the BAC 34 was pelted with stones. These incidents lasted from 1:30 a.m. to 3 a.m. on Sunday.

Weapons and arrests

A 22 LR rifle was seized by the police. A young person was detained by the municipal police while wearing a balaclava and a ski mask over his face. The national police checked a vehicle with four young people inside. A 22 LR rifle with ammunition was found in the trunk of this vehicle.

Detentions and ongoing investigation

The four individuals were taken into custody and placed under investigative detention, while the vehicle used was seized by law enforcement. The investigation continues.