stun grenades

Stun grenades are non-lethal weapons used by law enforcement for crowd control, designed to disorient and incapacitate individuals through a loud bang and bright flash. They are a common tool in riot situations and protests. Recently, France has temporarily suspended the use of stun grenades by police during student protests. This decision follows an incident where a 15-year-old protester reportedly lost a hand. The Interior Minister has requested the pause to clarify the facts surrounding the injury, as accounts from protesters and officials differ. This move comes amid growing accusations of police brutality during nationwide demonstrations demanding increased education funding. The temporary ban highlights ongoing concerns about the safety and appropriate use of such crowd control measures in public demonstrations and their potential to cause serious harm.