French Officer Accused of Shooting Teen to Be Charged Only With Manslaughter

A French police officer is set to be charged with manslaughter over the shooting of 17-year-old Nahel Merzouk in 2023. The incident sparked widespread unrest across France, with many viewing it as an example of police brutality towards ethnic minorities. Merzouk was shot by the officer on October 20, 2023, in the Paris suburb of Le Chesnay. He died shortly after arrival at a hospital. The officer's actions were widely condemned, and the incident led to calls for greater accountability within France's law enforcement agencies. The charges against the officer are expected to be made public soon.