Feb 19 • 06:00 UTC 🇫🇷 France Le Figaro

LIVE - Death of Quentin in Lyon: LFI collaborator Jacques-Élie Favrot acknowledges 'the commission of violence', end of police custody this Thursday

Jacques-Élie Favrot, a collaborator for the LFI party, admits to involvement in violence related to the death of Quentin Deranque in Lyon, as police custody for eleven individuals concludes and a memorial march is in the works.

The ongoing investigation into the death of Quentin Deranque in Lyon has led to the conclusion of police custody for eleven individuals, among whom Jacques-Élie Favrot, a collaborator for La France Insoumise (LFI), has acknowledged participation in violent actions surrounding the incident. With these developments, it is expected that some of these individuals will appear before a judge in Lyon for potential charges later today. This acknowledgment from Favrot has garnered attention given the high-profile nature of the case, which has already sparked substantial public interest and concern.

In response to the tragedy, a memorial march is being considered for this Saturday in honor of Quentin Deranque. The decision regarding authorization for the march is currently undergoing assessment of safety risks, as stated by local authorities. Co-organizer Aliette Espieux has expressed hopes of gathering between 2,000 and 3,000 attendees for what she described as a tribute rather than a political agenda, emphasizing the intent to honor Quentin’s memory without provoking conflict.

As political repercussions from the incident unfold, figures like Raphaël Glucksmann are attempting to distance themselves from the LFI party amid growing tensions. The sensitivity of the situation indicates that the upcoming days may see further developments both legally and within the political landscape, as public emotions surrounding the case remain heightened and further investigations may yield critical information regarding the events that led to Quentin's death.

📡 Similar Coverage