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Leftists Burn Historic French City Hall
Leftist rioters set fire to 143-year-old Limoges city hall while officials inside, French officials say.
In brief
Leftist rioters set fire to 143-year-old Limoges city hall while officials inside, French officials say. Leftist rioters burned France's historic Limoges city hall in central France on October 17, 2026, while officials were inside. Originally reported by Dallas Express.
City Hall Fire
Leftist rioters set fire to Limoges' historic city hall on October 17, 2026, while officials were inside.
Building Damage
The roof collapsed on floors below except in the west wing, and the bell tower fell as flames consumed the landmark.
Mayor's Blame
Mayor Guillaume Guérin blamed anarchists and far-left groups for premeditated violence targeting the city hall.
Police Inaction
National police lacked crowd-control resources to contain attackers who burned four police cars and two municipal vehicles.
Previous Attack
City hall was damaged on October 1, with officials crediting employees for protecting people until police arrived.
Criminal Investigation
A criminal investigation is underway with the national police's organized and specialized crime division handling the case.
The one thing
Leftist rioters burned France's historic Limoges city hall in central France on October 17, 2026, while officials were inside.
