A mayor in Saint-Denis faced tear gas while intervening to protect student demonstrators from advancing riot police, highlighting escalating tensions during recent protests. The incident occurred as authorities sought to disperse a group of protesters, raising concerns over the use of force against civilians attempting to shield others. Witnesses described the mayor’s actions as an effort to prevent further clashes between demonstrators and security forces. The confrontation underscores broader debates over police tactics during public gatherings.
Saint-Denis Mayor Bally Bagayoko was tear-gassed after shielding student protesters from riot police.
