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POLITICS● LOW20h ago · Oct 20, 2026, 4:50 PM

How French police are harnessing social media to identify looters

France 24 [en] · western europe

French police are turning to social media to identify and arrest suspects linked to last weekend’s looting and unrest. Investigators are scrutinising videos posted online alongside footage from thousands of security cameras to track suspects and gather evidence. The crackdown comes as the government vows to hold those responsible for the violence and damage to shops accountable.

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