# Schoolboy, 15, loses hand after picking up police stun grenade during French protests

https://mins.news/en/item/86421

- The Guardian, 2026-10-05 12:25 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/05/schoolboy-loses-hand-police-stun-grenade-french-school-protests

> A 15-year-old boy lost his hand after reportedly picking up a police stun grenade during school protests in Lens, northern France. An investigation has opened. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu ordered ministers to address students’ demands, including substitute teachers and repairs to deteriorating schools, as hundreds remained closed and further demonstrations were planned.

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