Justice Minister Proposes Tougher Measures for Juvenile Offenders After Teen's Fatal Stabbing in Paris
Gérald Darmanin outlines reforms to the juvenile justice system following the killing of 14-year-old Elias by two repeat offenders, sparking national outrage.
- Elias, a 14-year-old boy, was fatally stabbed on January 24 in Paris after refusing to hand over his phone to two teenage attackers, aged 16 and 17, both with extensive criminal records.
- Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin has proposed reforms, including closed educational centers for minors who fail to comply with court-ordered measures and immediate court appearances for severe juvenile offenses.
- The two suspects, already known to law enforcement for repeated violent crimes, had been under judicial measures that they reportedly disregarded prior to the attack.
- The tragedy has reignited debates over the effectiveness of the juvenile justice system, with Darmanin also calling for the removal of lenient sentencing policies for short-term prison sentences.
- The attack has led to public mourning and anger, with flowers and tributes left at the scene, alongside calls for accountability from local officials and law enforcement.
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