FLASH 4: End of the guerrilla warfare, tow operators on all fronts.

On 03/07/2023

After five nights and as many days of guerrilla warfare in all the French departments, tow truck operators are on all fronts to remove burned cars, trucks and buses.

With the arrival of the GIGN and RAID as reinforcements, gendarmes and law enforcement officers, the rioters fled the places at risk.

The hundreds of testimonials from professionals collected by LDM, The Towing Magazine confirm that public roads are safe.

Cars by the hundreds and more impressive dozens of burnt buses and trucks are to be evacuated from the public roads.

At the time of writing, the Depann’2000 company is evacuating several dozen city transport buses and completely burnt-out heavy trucks. With exceptional human and material resources.

The still provisional assessment in France: (updated 07/04/2023)
6,000 vehicles burned.
1,000 private and public buildings burned and vandalized.
3,625 arrests (1124 minors).
269 attacks on police and gendarmerie stations.

David Lockwood
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FOR OR AGAINST TOWING FRENCH FARMERS' TRACTORS?

On 02/02/2024

From LDM, The Towing Magazine

Do not hesitate to respond by posting a comment after opening the message.

Between supporting farmers' right to protest: Blocking roads is a common form of protest, and farmers have the right to voice their grievances and demand change.
Put pressure on the government: Disruptions can force the government to take action and respond more seriously to farmers' demands.

And the public disruption this causes: Dams significantly disrupt the daily lives of citizens, causing traffic jams, economic losses and inconvenience. This can lead to frustration and resentment towards farmers.
Public Safety Concerns: Parked tractors can create safety hazards, especially if they block emergency vehicles or impede essential services.

Could towing companies really refuse to intervene if a duly completed requisition was sent to them?
Between the risk of loss of prefectural approvals, the economic repercussions, the loss of credibility with local authorities and the possible recourse to the courts...

What is your opinion? Please feel free to post your comment below.

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FLASH 3: Guerrilla warfare in France, tow operators no longer load at night

On 02/07/2023

A fifth night of riots took place overnight from Saturday to Sunday in all French departments. This Sunday evening in France, LDM, The Towing Magazine collected the testimonials of towing companies solicited on these risk areas.

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FLASH: France on the brink of chaos, tow operators on the front line

On 30/06/2023

For several days that the riots have persisted throughout the country, LDM, The Towing Magazine recalls in the midst of these riots, the risks incurred by first aid responders, including tow truck operators.