A fundraiser for the family of the policeman who sparked the ongoing riots in France by allegedly shooting a teenager has raised more than $1.7 million dollars, exceeding the money collected for the victim—pointing to deep divisions within the community.
A GoFundMe campaign for the officer, identified as Florian M. raised more than 1.6 million euros ($1.74 million) in six days from over 85,000 donations. It was organized by media personality Jean Messiha. “Support for the family of the Nanterre policeman, Florian.M who has done his job and is now paying a high price. Support him MASSIVELY and support our law enforcement!” the fundraiser said.
