French Police Shooting Sparks Widespread Protests and Riots, Family Calls for Calm

His grandmother has appealed for the violence to stop, urging rioters to "not use his death as an excuse for violence." The family has also called for a review of the law that allows police to use lethal force at traffic stops.

On Saturday night, 719 people were arrested amid demonstrations and riots, including the ram-raiding and arson of a Paris suburb mayor's home while his family was asleep.

The violence has also included attacks on schools, police stations, and stores.

French President Emmanuel Macron is due to hold a meeting with the prime minister and interior and justice ministers to address the ongoing unrest.