Overview
- Authorities launched an investigation and a call for witnesses following Sunday night’s tire slashing that left at least 70 cars unusable in the Alsatian town near Strasbourg.
- On each vehicle the two street-side tires were pierced with a fine, sharp tool after public lighting switched off between about 1:00 and 5:00 a.m., and residents reported hearing nothing.
- Tow trucks and garages report unprecedented demand, and replacement tires have become scarce as service providers try to clear backlogs.
- Several victims say their insurance does not cover tires, leaving some households with out-of-pocket bills that can approach €1,000 for multiple replacements.
- Investigators are reviewing video footage and seeking tips, and those responsible could face up to three years in prison and a €45,000 fine under French law.