French media rmcsport reported that Paris will implement large-scale security measures to welcome the Club World Cup finals and National Day.
Interior Minister Bruno Retello revealed important security measures deployed in Paris and France on Sunday and Monday for the World Cup finals of Paris Saint-Germain and National Day. Although Paris fans have already ignited the celebrations at Times Square in New York, the French capital is also preparing for Paris Saint-Germain's match against Chelsea.
According to Retelo, large-scale security measures will be implemented this time. He said: "Tomorrow (Sunday) night, there will be no gatherings on the Champs-Elysées." Paris will mobilize 11,500 police and military police on Sunday, and 53,000 people across France. Because National Day is next.
He also said: "Every year, some troublemakers try to 'have fun' through violence, sabotage and even robbery. We have to ensure the safety of many events, such as fireworks and other celebrations." He added that it would increase to 65,000 law enforcement officers on Monday.
Recalling the last time when Paris won their first Champions League, a total of 5,400 security forces members were mobilized to maintain order in and around Paris. Despite this, chaos occurred that night: 559 people were arrested nationwide (491 in the city of Paris and 392 in the city of Paris), records show a total of 692 fires and two others were unfortunately killed. At present, the security department is busy dealing with multiple challenges, including the ongoing Tour de France.
Retteller explained: "About 450 military police, police and firefighters followed the entire three weeks of the race, with additional local troops joining each stop. Like in Laval today, a total of about 1,500 people should be involved."
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