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FLASH 3: Guerrilla warfare in France, tow operators no longer load at night

On 02/07/2023

A fifth night of riots took place overnight from Saturday to Sunday in all French departments. This Sunday evening in France, LDM, The Towing Magazine collected the testimonials of towing companies solicited on these risk areas.

In the Paris region Depann'2000 told us that it had evacuated more than a hundred burnt vehicles despite the risks involved. “We evacuate burnt cars only in the morning while the thugs are sleeping”.

In Toulouse, Auto Secours was "gassed" by the attackers. His tow truck was vandalized (broken windshield, broken signal ramp, etc.).

In Lyon and Marseille, the riots were such that the police units of the maintenance of order were victims of live ammunition (9 mm) by the thugs.

Officially, the executive represented by the French Prime Minister tries to reassure the population. But 719 people have again been arrested in France in recent hours.

Several cities were once again the victim of 875 arson attacks, particularly on vehicles, according to LDM, The Towing Magazine. Several mayors have implemented curfews despite the reprisals they may have suffered in their personal homes.

In the city of Lorient "an anti-riot squad" made up of a brave group of 30 men came to support police officers of their own accord against a group of thugs ready to attack.

David Lockwood
©LDM, The Towing Magazine

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Towing Impound Recovery France protesters crime

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FOR OR AGAINST TOWING FRENCH FARMERS' TRACTORS?

On 02/02/2024

From LDM, The Towing Magazine

Do not hesitate to respond by posting a comment after opening the message.

Between supporting farmers' right to protest: Blocking roads is a common form of protest, and farmers have the right to voice their grievances and demand change.
Put pressure on the government: Disruptions can force the government to take action and respond more seriously to farmers' demands.

And the public disruption this causes: Dams significantly disrupt the daily lives of citizens, causing traffic jams, economic losses and inconvenience. This can lead to frustration and resentment towards farmers.
Public Safety Concerns: Parked tractors can create safety hazards, especially if they block emergency vehicles or impede essential services.

Could towing companies really refuse to intervene if a duly completed requisition was sent to them?
Between the risk of loss of prefectural approvals, the economic repercussions, the loss of credibility with local authorities and the possible recourse to the courts...

What is your opinion? Please feel free to post your comment below.

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FLASH 4: End of the guerrilla warfare, tow operators on all fronts.

On 03/07/2023

After five nights and as many days of guerrilla warfare in all the French departments, tow truck operators are on all fronts to remove burned cars, trucks and buses.

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FLASH: France on the brink of chaos, tow operators on the front line

On 30/06/2023

For several days that the riots have persisted throughout the country, LDM, The Towing Magazine recalls in the midst of these riots, the risks incurred by first aid responders, including tow truck operators.