French authorities launch manhunt for rioters in Paris, Marseille, and Lyon

French authorities are launching an extensive manhunt for looters and vandals following weekend riots in Paris, Marseille, and Lyon, where shops were plundered and buildings and vehicles were set on fire. President Emmanuel Macron vowed that perpetrators would pay for damages and face justice. Investigators are using digital evidence, including social media videos and surveillance footage, alongside fingerprints to identify masked suspects. Some looters livestreamed their crimes, and authorities are tracing accounts for clues. Police are also collecting physical evidence at crime scenes. Officials expect the investigations to take a long time. In Switzerland, Bern police only identified suspects months after October 2025 protests, and Zurich is currently seeking public help after an illegal party led to hundreds of thousands of francs in damages.