How French police are harnessing social media to identify looters

- How French: 2 events in the last 90 days
- Previous: 12 days earlier · How French signee Justine Loubens already impressed Dawn Staley in unexpected role
What happened
French police are turning to social media to identify and arrest suspects linked to last weekend’s looting and unrest. Investigators are scrutinising videos posted online alongside footage from thousands of security cameras to track suspects and gather evidence. The crackdown comes as the government vows to hold those responsible for the violence and damage to shops accountable.
Summary assembled by rule from the sources below