One Dead and 12 Police Injured in Latest Martinique Riots

New riots erupted on the French Caribbean island of Martinique, resulting in the death of one person, 12 police officers injured, and widespread looting of stores, authorities reported on Thursday. The island, home to approximately 350,000 residents, has been rocked in recent weeks by violent protests fueled by frustrations over high prices.

During a particularly tumultuous night from Wednesday to Thursday, protesters engaged in looting, set up burning barricades, and clashed with law enforcement. The local prefecture confirmed that one individual succumbed to his injuries after being shot, although they clarified that police did not fire any shots during the unrest.

The wounded individual was found by police who were responding to reports of looting at a shopping center in the town of Robert. After being transported to the hospital, the victim was declared dead, prompting authorities to launch an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.