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flag A French court reduced police officer's charge in 2023 shooting of teen Nahel Merzouk from murder to assault, citing perceived threat, sparking backlash.

flag A French appeals court has downgraded the charge against police officer Florian M. from murder to voluntary assault leading to death in the 2023 shooting of 17-year-old Nahel Merzouk during a traffic stop near Paris. flag The court ruled the officer likely believed restarting the car posed a threat, justifying the reduced charge. flag The case, which sparked nationwide protests over police accountability and racial profiling, will now proceed without a jury. flag The decision has drawn criticism from Merzouk’s family and advocates who argue it undermines justice.

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