A deputy mayor of Saint-Denis accuses a police officer of gassing him during looting on October 18, prompting an investigation by the National Police Inspectorate.
Investigation launched into alleged gas use
The National Police Inspectorate began an investigation on Thursday, October 29, after receiving a complaint from an Insoumis elected official. The official claims a police officer used gas against him during a looting incident on October 18.
Official holds local government position
The elected official who filed the complaint is a deputy mayor of Saint-Denis. This position gives him a role in local administration and public affairs in the city.
Alleged use of gas during looting
The complaint alleges that a police officer used gas on the official during the looting on October 18. The use of gas by law enforcement is typically reserved for dispersing crowds or managing riots.
Insoumis party involved in complaint
The elected official is affiliated with the Insoumis party, a political group known for its opposition to traditional political structures and its focus on direct democracy and anti-establishment policies.
