The France Riots refer to significant social unrest that has erupted in various parts of France over the years, often linked to issues like police brutality, systemic racism, and economic disparities, particularly in marginalized communities. One of the major instances occurred in 2023, following the police shooting of a 17-year-old teenager of North African descent, which triggered violent protests across the country. These riots reflect long-standing tensions between the French authorities and immigrant populations in urban areas. The unrest often escalates due to feelings of injustice, poor living conditions, and perceived governmental neglect, highlighting the deep-rooted socio-political divides in the country. French authorities typically respond with heightened police presence, but the riots serve as a reminder of unresolved social and economic grievances within France’s diverse population.

In July 2023, BOOM investigated a viral video claiming to show recent police brutality during the France riots.

BOOM found that the clips in the viral video were old and unrelated to the recent riots, debunking the misleading narrative that the visuals were linked to the current unrest.