Marseille's Rue d'Aubagne Collapse Trial Begins Amid Calls for Justice
The trial seeks accountability for the 2018 tragedy that exposed systemic negligence in managing unsafe housing in Marseille.
- The collapse of two buildings on Rue d'Aubagne in 2018 resulted in eight deaths, highlighting severe issues with unsafe housing in Marseille.
- Six years later, a trial involving 16 defendants, including property owners and city officials, is underway to address the alleged negligence.
- Marseille has since increased its efforts to combat unsafe housing, employing more staff and conducting thousands of building inspections.
- Despite progress, the city still faces challenges with approximately 40,000 substandard homes, and many residents continue to live in precarious conditions.
- The trial is seen as a pivotal moment for addressing long-standing issues of housing neglect and ensuring accountability for past failures.