By Alexandre RODDE, lieutenant in the gendarmerie operational reserve, a researcher specializing in terrorism and mass killings issues

"The year 2021 saw the continuation of the Covid-19 pandemic, affecting the organization and functioning of the French society. The implementation of strict sanitary measures such as lockdowns, curfews and the sanitary pass have helped to slow down the spread of the virus and the number of deaths caused by it. Nevertheless, the magnitude and unprecedented nature of this crisis has had an impact on public safety. Some violent crimes, especially domestic violence, have increased. (...)"

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