French authorities urge public to hand in looting videos to identify rioters
French authorities are asking people who filmed scenes of looting to give the footage to investigators. The step is described as unprecedented and has caused debate.
French authorities are calling on people who filmed scenes of looting last weekend to hand their recordings over to investigators. The aim is to help identify rioters who took part in the unrest in various parts of the country.
An unprecedented approach
The source describes the decision as unprecedented. The appeal for videos shot by private individuals has caused debate in France.
What the source does not say
The available source text does not specify where the unrest took place, how many people were detained, how exactly the videos should be submitted, how the footage will be used, or what supporters and critics of the appeal argue. These details are left out so that no unconfirmed information is added.
