Louis's death in Narbonne: Laurent Nuñez denounces 'exploitation' of the tragedy by the far-right

French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez has strongly criticized the far-right for what he calls the "exploitation" of the recent fatal assault on 17-year-old Louis in Narbonne. Nuñez emphasized in an interview with Le Parisien that, contrary to claims made by some groups, the prosecutor's office has found no evidence of a proven racist motive behind the attack.

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There is an exploitation by the far-right in this affair. Despite what some claim, there is no proven racist character in this crime, according to the public prosecutor.

The minister voiced increasing alarm regarding the rise of violence among young people. He highlighted the case of Louis, who was housed in a social welfare facility (ASE), as a point of concern regarding the care provided to vulnerable children. Nuñez suggested that this tragedy should prompt a broader examination of how children are supported within such structures and address the issue of "totally unbridled violence" among a segment of the youth population.

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I am increasingly concerned about the rise of violence among young people.

Meanwhile, the family of the victim has distanced themselves from political exploitation of the tragedy. Through the victim's aunt, they stated their refusal of "any political recuperation," while acknowledging gratitude for public support. Several gatherings were planned in Narbonne to honor Louis. One, held Saturday, drew a small crowd despite a significant police presence. Tracts distributed by a group identifying as "Furie" called for participation in a Sunday demonstration, framing the event as "Justice for all" against "a gang of thugs."

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This affair cannot absolve us from questioning the care of children in structures like social welfare, the ASE, where Louis was housed, and this totally unbridled violence from a part of the youth.

Five young men, aged 16 to 20, have been indicted for murder in connection with Louis's death. The family's plea for their grief not to be politicized contrasts sharply with the efforts of certain groups to frame the incident within their own narratives.

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We refuse any political recuperation, even if we thank the French for mobilizing.