The Fête de la Musique in France was disrupted by a series of syringe attacks that left 145 people affected. The attacks, which occurred across the country, prompted police to launch investigations, with at least 13 cases confirmed in Paris. Authorities are looking into whether date-rape drugs were involved. Twelve people have been arrested. The festival drew huge crowds. Some victims were taken to the hospital.
The Interior Ministry reported that multiple arrests have been made. In Angoulême, four suspects were taken into custody, allegedly targeting approximately 50 victims. Two men were arrested in Metz, and one was found with a syringe. The alleged victims in Metz were believed to be under 18. Reports of similar attacks have emerged from several cities, including Évreux and Tours, where several young women reported being pricked with syringes. The attacks have renewed safety concerns and the potential for administering substances without consent.