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Paris Protests After Death of Migrant Following Police Violence

Published January 26, 2026, 06:14
Paris Protests After Death of Migrant Following Police Violence

Thousands of people demonstrated in Paris, expressing their support for the family of El Hassen Diarra, a Mauritanian man who died inside a police station. Protesters accuse the police of Diarra's death and demand justice. The demonstration took place a week after a first mobilization and started from the entrance of the apartment building where Diarra lived. Family members held banners with the slogan “Justice”. The family questions the police version of events and expresses fears that justice will not be served. A video circulating shows two police officers punching Diarra while he is on the ground. He can be heard saying “You are choking me!”. Authorities are investigating the incident, but the two officers remain on duty, causing strong reactions. The case has sparked intense debate in France about police violence and discrimination. Protesters demand accountability for the officers involved and to ensure that such incidents do not happen again.