Stories from Montélimar · France

The mayor of Montélimar reported an attempted intimidation following the assault on the municipal police chief on Thursday evening. A plainclothes officer was reportedly attacked by approximately ten people. One individual, described as a young person, allegedly beat the officer to the ground. The local government is reportedly preparing for various scenarios following the incident. The director of municipal police in Montélimar was beaten on Wednesday evening while returning from work. A group of approximately ten people attacked him in front of the train station. At least 17 people have been killed in related unrest. A group of approximately ten people reportedly attacked the officer, who has been prescribed 15 days of medical leave. The chief suffered several injuries from being struck with a wheel and other blows. The incident has left the city in shock, according to the report.