Panic in France as children fall victim to lethal violence of Marseille drug gangs

BBC12/11/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025

Summary

In Marseille, France, there is growing concern over the involvement of teenagers in drug gangs, with the government reporting that the number of minors engaged in the drug trade has quadrupled in the past eight years. This surge has led to increased violence, with children becoming victims of gang-related incidents, according to the BBC.

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Lindy Score Breakdown

35
Age (0-35)
35 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
BBC
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100

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Score BreakdownRisk 35

Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 35 days - proven survivor

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