Eleven Arrested in Quentin Deranque Death Investigation Amid Political Fallout

Eleven individuals have been detained as part of the investigation into the death of Quentin Deranque, a nationalist activist who died following violent clashes in Lyon last week. The suspects include eight men and three women, identified through witness testimonies, video footage, and telecommunications analysis. Seven are accused of direct involvement in the violence and face charges including voluntary homicide, aggravated violence, and criminal conspiracy. The other four are suspected of aiding the suspects in evading authorities. Among those arrested are parliamentary assistants linked to LFI deputy Raphaël Arnault, prompting the suspension of their access to parliamentary premises by the National Assembly's president. These developments have intensified political tensions, with calls mounting for Arnault's resignation. Despite pressure from opposition parties such as Les Républicains, LFI coordinator Manuel Bompard has stated that Arnault will likely remain in the party group. The deceased's parents have appealed for calm and restraint amid the heated political debate. President Emmanuel Macron, currently in New Delhi, has expressed concern over the situation and urged to avoid any escalation of violence. With municipal elections less than a month away, the incident has sparked broader discussions within the French left about alliances with Jean-Luc Mélenchon's movement, underscoring the incident's political ramifications. The suspects are expected to be presented to a judge in Lyon for possible indictments as the investigation continues.