Paris Erupts in Chaos After PSG Champions League Win: 2 Dead, 500+ Arrested, 400 Vehicles Torched

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What began as a night of celebration quickly spiraled into chaos after Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured a historic victory in the UEFA Champions League final. As crowds flooded the streets to celebrate, parts of the city descended into unrest, with widespread clashes between rioters and police.

According to French authorities, the night saw:

2 fatalities, including a 20-year-old man struck while fleeing violence.

Over 500 arrests made by Paris police throughout the night.

More than 400 vehicles torched, with fires reported across several districts.

192 injuries, including 22 police officers, 7 firefighters, and numerous civilians. One officer is currently in a coma after being struck by a firework.

Hundreds of stores vandalized, looted, or damaged.

Officials confirmed that emergency services were overwhelmed by the scale of the violence. In several areas, first responders were targeted as they attempted to assist the injured or contain fires.

Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin condemned the violence, calling it “absolutely unacceptable” and promising that those responsible would face legal consequences. “This should have been a night of pride and unity for France,” he said. “Instead, it became one of fear and destruction.”

Video footage circulating on social media showed crowds throwing projectiles, setting fires, and ransacking businesses. At the same time, many peaceful fans were seen attempting to celebrate the win safely, only to be caught in the middle of the unrest.

Authorities are still assessing the total damage, and additional security has been deployed in anticipation of possible further disturbances in the coming days.

As France reflects on a bittersweet night for football fans, questions are being raised about public safety, crowd control, and the preparedness of law enforcement for large-scale public events.