A 17-year-old has died during celebrations following France’s World Cup victory over Morocco, with police describing the broader situation as involving only isolated incidents in both France and London.
The teenager died amid festivities after France’s win over Morocco in the World Cup.
French media reports she fell onto the roadway after getting onto the back of a truck.
The vehicle involved then ran over her.
The incident took place in Aulnoye-Aymeries in northern France.
Police said incidents in France and London were limited and not part of any wider disruption.
Details of the fatal incident
Reports from French media say the 17-year-old was taking part in the celebrations for Les Bleus’ triumph. She climbed onto the back of a truck as part of the victory celebrations, but then fell onto the road and was struck by the same vehicle.
Where it happened and police assessment
The tragedy occurred in Aulnoye-Aymeries, a town in northern France, as reported by La Voix du Nord. Police meanwhile reported that, beyond this kind of isolated incident, the unrest in France and London remained limited.
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