Overview

• Two BRAV-M officers face charges of violence and threats against a Chadian student arrested during a March 2023 Paris protest against pension reforms.
• Eight additional officers are being tried for complicity in the violence, with allegations of discriminatory and sexist behavior also emerging.
• Audio recordings played in court captured threats, insults, and physical aggression, including accusations of sexual assault against one officer.
• The accused officers have admitted to some of the violence and threats, describing their actions as 'errors' and citing frustration at the time.
• The trial has been adjourned until June 12, with a verdict expected on July 7, while all officers involved remain in active service.