Killing of Nahel Merzouk
| File:Killing of Nael M. Video.ogv Excerpt from the original video of the shooting as posted on Twitter, showing police officers ordering Merzouk to shut off the ignition, and then firing into Merzouk's vehicle as he refuses to comply and starts driving again. The car horn is heard as Merzouk's head hits the steering wheel. | |
| Date | 27 June 2023 |
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| Location | Nanterre, France |
| Coordinates | 48°53′55″N 2°13′17″E / 48.8985°N 2.2213°E |
| Type | Death by shooting |
| Outcome | Mass urban riots |
| Deaths | Nahel Merzouk |
The Killing of Nahel Merzouk was the shooting of a 17 year old youth during the riots across France. Merzouk had a history of resisting police. When police wanted to check his vehicle, he was shot. The incident caused discussions about racism and unnecessary violence with the French police forces.
