France Suspends Use of Stun Grenades After Teen Loses Hand
The decision follows an incident during student protests where a 15-year-old's hand was severely injured.
France has suspended the use of stun grenades following a protest incident in which a 15-year-old boy lost a hand. The injury occurred during recent student demonstrations.
Details of the incident and the specific circumstances leading to the suspension were not immediately available. The decision marks a significant development in the use of crowd control measures by French authorities, particularly in the context of public demonstrations.
Student protests in France have occurred periodically, often related to educational reforms or broader social and political issues. The use of force by police during such gatherings has sometimes drawn scrutiny. Stun grenades, designed to incapacitate through noise and light, have been a subject of debate regarding their safety and potential for causing serious injury.