Louis Laugier Appointed Head of French National Police
The appointment was confirmed by the French government, succeeding Frédéric Veaux after his retirement.
- Louis Laugier, previously the prefect of Isère, will lead the French National Police, comprising 152,000 officers.
- Laugier's career began in the military, and he has extensive experience in administrative roles within the police and prefectural bodies.
- His appointment was proposed by Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau and confirmed by President Emmanuel Macron.
- Laugier has been recognized for his effective handling of narcotrafficking issues in Grenoble during his tenure as prefect.
- Simultaneously, Hubert Bonneau has been appointed to head the Gendarmerie, replacing Christian Rodriguez.