French Police Officers on Trial for 2017 Assault on Black Man

The case, which left Théo Luhaka permanently disabled, has sparked nationwide protests and discussions about police brutality and racism in France.

Three French police officers are on trial for the 2017 assault on Théo Luhaka, a black man, which left him permanently disabled and sparked nationwide protests.
The assault, which involved the use of a police baton, occurred during a stop and search in the Paris suburb of Aulnay-sous-Bois.
Marc-Antoine Castelain, one of the officers, is accused of voluntary violence that inflicted a 'permanent disability' and risks up to 15 years in prison.
The trial is expected to last 10 days, with a verdict due on January 19.
The case has been highlighted as an example of alleged police brutality and racism in France.