Champions League Chaos: Paris Celebrations Turn Violent

Paris Champions League Win Turns Violent: Tear Gas and Injuries Mar Celebrations Paris, France – The joyous celebrations following Paris Saint-Germain's historic Champions League victory took a dark turn on June 1st, 2025, as unrest erupted on the Champs-Élysées. The French interior ministry reported that over 500 people were arrested, two people died, and 192 were injured in the violence. Video footage circulating on social media shows chaotic scenes, with police deploying tear gas to disperse large crowds. One video, posted by RTÉ News, shows police officers running through clouds of tear gas, while crowds scatter in different directions. Another clip depicts a burning scooter amidst debris and scattered trash. The violence highlights the challenges faced by authorities in managing large gatherings, especially when emotions run high. "It was terrifying," said one eyewitness, who wished to remain anonymous. "The atmosphere changed so quickly. One minute it was pure joy, the next, tear gas and chaos." While the overall celebration was overwhelmingly positive, the violent incidents serve as a reminder of the need for effective crowd control and safety measures at large-scale public events. The French authorities will likely review their security protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future.