# Paris shopkeepers stock irritant sprays ahead of nationwide protests

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/france-braces-for-day-of-far-left-chaos-shopkeepers-and-terrified-civilians-arm-themselves-ahead-of-rioting-and-looting-expected-in-paris-when-protests-return-tomorrow/
- Published: 2026-10-23T08:36:48+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-23T08:47:38+00:00
- Original publisher: Daily Mail (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-16232265/France-Shopkeepers-civilians-arm-ahead-rioting-looting-expected-Paris-protests.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490
- Topics: Europe, World

## Key points

- Paris shops report an eight to tenfold rise in demand for irritant devices.
- France is preparing for more protests after widespread damage and arrests.
- Authorities have banned planned demonstrations in Marseille and Lyon.

## Summary

Shopkeepers in Paris are buying irritant sprays and devices ahead of nationwide protests planned for Saturday, amid recent unrest involving looting, fires and clashes with police. The reported rise in demand reflects business owners’ fears about protecting their premises as authorities prepare for further demonstrations.

The owner of one Paris gun shop said demand had increased eight to ten times, with customers mainly buying gel canisters priced at €50 to €60 or pistol-shaped devices costing about €500. Such irritant devices can be bought without a permit in France, while firearms face stricter controls. Last weekend, at least 2,400 people were arrested; damage was reported in several cities, and authorities have banned Saturday protests in Marseille and Lyon.

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