Music group exposed to tear gas during protests in Paris

During protests taking place in Paris's Place de la République square, the Orchestre du Nouveau Monde (ONM), conducted by Étienne Jarrier, faced heavy tear gas intervention by French riot police (CRS).

Present alongside demonstrators protesting the education system and government policies at Paris's Place de la République square last Saturday, the Orchestre du Nouveau Monde was targeted by riot police. Orchestra conductor Étienne Jarrier stated that they were forced to stop their performance due to the heavy gas used to disperse the demonstrators, and that gas canisters were thrown at their music stands and instrument cases.