Vinted removes ads for goods stolen during French protests

Vinted has removed listings for items believed to be stolen during widespread protests in France last Saturday, and has tightened monitoring of suspicious ads. French media report some sellers explicitly mention the protest date or that the goods are stolen. The protests on October 17 saw break-ins at stores including cosmetics chain Sephora, with footage showing smashed windows and looting at luxury brands like Céline, Louis Vuitton, and Hermès. French media note some resellers openly state the stolen nature of the goods in their listings. France's Digital Affairs Minister Le Hénanff has called on online platforms such as Amazon, eBay, and Vinted to remove the ads immediately and cooperate with authorities to prosecute sellers.