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Concrete blocks fail to stop caravans entering Sainte-Euphémie site

13.08.2026 13:24 1 min 1 source РУС
midilibre.fr FRA

On the evening of August 9, around 15 caravans and vehicles entered a plot in Sainte-Euphémie, Ain, without permission, despite the mayor's refusal. The municipality had placed two concrete blocks in front of the gate, but they were moved. Mayor Emmanuel Geniquet filed a complaint after travelers used water from a fire hydrant and is asking police to intervene.

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Concrete blocks fail to stop caravans entering Sainte-Euphémie site

13.08.2026 midilibre.fr FRA Original source

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