Marseille and Lille shop stores closed after France protest looting

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 19 Oct, 15:31 · Archive

The official stores of Ligue 1 soccer clubs Marseille and Lille have been vandalized and looted during protests in France.

Soccer clubs Marseille and Lille have temporarily closed their official shops after they were vandalized and looted during weekend protests in France. Both Ligue 1 teams reported significant damage to their stores.

The vandalism occurred during protests against rising living costs and poor conditions in schools. Over half a million protesters took to the streets on Saturday, with the demonstrations remaining largely peaceful overall. However, small groups set fires and looted businesses in multiple cities including Paris, Lyon, Marseille and elsewhere.

Marseille's official store, located on La Canebière — the southern port city's most famous avenue — suffered 'significant damage' and has been temporarily closed. Lille's city center store 'suffered extensive damage and widespread looting' and will remain closed until further notice. The Marseille prosecutor's office said 101 people, including 27 underage individuals, were arrested following the looting. Lille thanked employees and passersby who offered support and practical assistance following the incident.

How it is being reported

• Soccer clubs Marseille and Lille close shops after vandalism and looting in France protestsSoccer clubs Marseille and Lille report their shops have been vandalized during protests in France.News4Jax · 19 Oct, 10:29
• Soccer clubs Marseille and Lille close shops after vandalism and looting in France protestsSoccer clubs Marseille and Lille report their shops have been vandalized during protests in France.Clickorlando · 19 Oct, 10:29

In this story: Marseille · Lille · France · Paris · Lyon · La Canebière

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