French Justice: Over 5,000 people arrested in connection with student protests
French Ministry of Justice announces arrest of over 5,000 people, mostly minors, in connection with student protests.
Translated by Qiyas from كونا — Original source
Paris, Oct 5 (KUNA) -- The French Ministry of Justice announced on Monday that more than 5,000 people have been arrested since student protests erupted in France last month, noting that 87 percent of those detained are minors. In a statement, the ministry said that 1,802 individuals, including 319 adults and 1,483 minors, are facing legal proceedings. It added that French Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin will meet with public prosecutors tomorrow morning, Tuesday, to discuss developments related to the protests. For his part, French Education Minister Edouard Philippe announced that the protests have disrupted classes in 589 schools and injured at least 190 students since the start of the high school student demonstrations, which were sparked by objections to funding shortages and overcrowding. (End) m.b / m.a.h.a
