French officials have reported a decrease in petty crime since the start of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris last week. The French Interior Minister, Gerald Darmanin, stated that there were 200 arrests made, with 180 individuals detained in jail. He attributed the lower crime rates to the increased police and gendarme presence in public areas.
Darmanin highlighted a 24 percent reduction in theft with violence in Paris and surrounding suburbs, as well as a 10 percent decrease in auto theft. He reassured the public that there is no organized plot against France, and that police are actively working to apprehend individuals suspected of being “lone actors.”
Nearly 1,750 police officers, gendarmes, and civil security officers from 44 countries are involved in ensuring security during the Olympics. These forces are responsible for various tasks, including searching for explosives and using sniffer dogs and horses.
The beginning of the Olympic Games saw some challenges, such as an attack on France’s high-speed railway network SNCF, leading to canceled and delayed trains. Additionally, a software glitch caused disruptions worldwide, affecting air travel, financial transactions, and healthcare services.
Despite these initial hurdles, French officials are confident in their security measures and continue to work diligently to ensure a safe and successful Olympic Games in Paris.
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