Two Dead, Officer in Coma After PSG's Champions League Win Sparks Chaotic Celebrations Across France

Two Dead, Officer in Coma After PSG's Champions League Win Sparks Chaotic Celebrations Across France

PARIS— Following enormous celebrations around France, what started as a night of joy swiftly descended into tragedy, with two fatalities and a police officer left in a coma. After Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) defeated Inter Milan 5-0 in Munich on Saturday night to win their first-ever UEFA Champions League title, chaos ensued.

Teen Fatally Stabbed, Another Man Killed in Crash

In the southwest city of Dax, a 17-year-old kid was tragically stabbed during street celebrations, according to verification from French authorities. Authorities believe that the incident.

In a different tragedy, a man on a scooter was killed in Paris when he was hit by a car in the middle of the celebration. The accident happened in post-match festivities, according to the Interior Ministry, and details are still being explored.

Police Officer in Coma After Firework Incident

When a police officer in the northwest town of Coutances was unintentionally hit by pyrotechnics, he suffered serious eye injuries. The national police said the harm was so severe that he was put in an induced coma. The incident highlights the risks of unapproved fireworks during significant public gatherings and the growing concern over crowd management.

Celebrations Turn Violent Despite Heavy Security

Many fans celebrated in peace, but in certain places, the festivities descended into chaos. Anticipating potential unrest, almost 5,400 police officers were stationed around Paris, its suburbs, and other major cities.

Authorities said that 294 people had been arrested worldwide by early Sunday morning, including 30 people who broke into a shoe store on the Champs-Élysées. Tension rose when two cars were set on fire close to the Prince's Park stadium.

A throng trying to break through barriers and confront police officers was stopped by riot police using water cannons at the top of the Champs-Élysées, close to the Arc de Triomphe.

Scenes of Joy at Bastille Amid Isolated Violence

Not every area of the city was ravaged by violence. At the famous Place de la Bastille, followers gathered in a happy mood, dancing, chanting, lighting flares, and climbing the base of the historic monument. Motorcyclists joined in, circling the gathering and screaming their motors while the audience cheered.

With the skirmishes in other parts of the city, the atmosphere at the Bastille remained fairly calm and cheerful by 1 a.m.

PSG to Celebrate with Parade on Champs-Élysées

PSG will return to a hero's welcome on Sunday with a grand victory parade on the Champs-Élysées, notwithstanding the incidents. After years of sorrows and near misses, the team finally won the prized Champions League trophy with the victory, making it a historic moment.

As thousands of fans will be flooding the city once more to celebrate their historic victory, French authorities are expected to ensure strict security.