Teen Violence Escalates in France: Schoolgirl and Boy Victims of Separate Attacks

A teenage girl and boy were attacked outside their schools in separate incidents, sparking national outrage and prompting President Macron to call for schools to be protected from violence.

A 14-year-old girl was left in a coma after being beaten by three teenagers outside her school in Montpellier, suspected to be over un-Islamic behavior.
A 15-year-old boy died after being attacked by several people near his school in Viry-Châtillon, south of Paris, following a music lesson.
French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the need to protect schools from 'uninhibited violence' and declared schools must remain a sanctuary for children and teachers.
Investigations have been launched into both incidents, with arrests made in connection to the boy's death.
The attacks come amid heightened tensions around French schools, following threats sent to dozens of educational establishments.