The death of a cyclist in Paris has sparked a wave of emotion in France, with tributes paid in several cities and associations calling to end “motorized violence”.
The 27-year-old victim, Paul Varry, was allegedly deliberately run over last Tuesday by an SUV driver, who now faces preliminary charges of murder.
“Every cyclist has already experienced violence on the roads”, said co-president of cyclists association FUB Alexis Frémeaux.
The French transport minister, Francois Durovray, is expected to meet with cycling associations on Monday.
In a post on X, Durovray expressed his deep sympathy for Varry’s family and said that cyclists “have a place on the road,” vowing to address safety concerns.
Varry’s death has reignited national debates on road safety and cyclist protection as France sees an increasing number of cyclists in its urban centers.
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