The figures demonstrate a large-scale offensive. Since last April, 309 arrests have been made in Paris's 2th arrondissement, a district plagued by crack cocaine use and trafficking. Law enforcement has also carried out nearly 000 evictions, targeting known drug use and dealing locations. This aggressive operation follows the establishment of a dedicated judicial unit focused on this area, where drugs are rampant in certain streets and public squares.
An unprecedented mobilization of the authorities
The creation of this unit in April marks a turning point in the authorities' strategy to combat a phenomenon that is poisoning the daily lives of local residents. Checks have increased throughout the district, aiming to dismantle networks and disperse users. Arrests target both consumers and dealers, reflecting a strategy of reclaiming territory. For years, the 19th arrondissement has been home to a significant portion of Paris's consumption of this particularly devastating drug, which is concentrated around locations well-known to the police.
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