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French Police Use Online Videos to Identify Looting Suspects

French police are examining social media videos and footage from thousands of security cameras to identify and gather evidence against suspects linked to last weekend’s looting, vandalism and unrest. The government has vowed to hold those responsible for the violence and damage to shops accountable.
WHO: French police
WHAT: French police are examining social media videos and security-camera footage to identify suspects linked to looting and unrest.
WHEN: Reported Oct 20, 2026 at 3:26 PM ET
WHERE: France
WHY: Police are using the footage to identify suspects and gather evidence related to looting and unrest.

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