Following the looting that occurred during the demonstration against the cost of living on Saturday, October 17, OGC Nice expressed its support for merchants affected in the city center. Avenue Jean-Médecin is notably among the sectors impacted by the events.
OGC Nice reacted on Monday, October 19 following the events that occurred in Nice’s city center over the weekend. In a message published on its official website, the Azur club expressed its « great sadness » at the images of damage observed, particularly on Avenue Jean-Médecin.
The Gym also wanted to support the members of the Nice Commerce and Craft Federation, a long-time partner of the club. This statement came after a day of mobilization against the cost of living, marked by looting of several Nice businesses.
« Today as yesterday, in good times and bad, we stand by your side », wrote OGC Nice in its message of support to Nice merchants.
Through these words, the club addresses a message of solidarity to professionals affected by the events of Saturday, October 17. The long-standing partnership between OGC Nice and the Nice Commerce and Craft Federation constitutes the link highlighted by the club in its response.
A demonstration against the cost of living marked by looting
On Saturday, October 17, nearly 3,800 people mobilized in Nice’s city center as part of a call to demonstrate against the cost of living. Launched by the Yellow Vests, the gathering brought together Nice’s youth, mobilized around demands related to the political and economic context.
Armed with signs and flags, the protesters walked along Avenue Jean-Médecin, before passing through Boulevard Grosso and reaching Place Garibaldi. The gathering, which had not been declared to the prefecture, required the mobilization of law enforcement.
The situation then escalated with the arrival of a group of rioters. Authorities report the presence of « 150 looters », one of whom was injured. Several businesses were looted in the city center, including JD Sports, Micromania, and Decathlon. A Yamaha motorcycle dealership was also affected.
In the aftermath of the events, several local political leaders took positions on the violence and the conditions of law enforcement operations. Avenue Jean-Médecin, a commercial hub in the city center, is among the sectors impacted by the incidents that occurred during the demonstration.
In this context, OGC Nice chose to address affected merchants directly. The club thus reaffirms its commitment to the Nice Commerce and Craft Federation, with which the Gym maintains a long-standing partnership.
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