An investigation by the NGO Disclose has uncovered 429 victims of sexual violence committed by French police and gendarmes, involving 215 identified perpetrators, with one-third being repeat offenders. These abuses occurred even after victims sought help at police stations. Concurrently, French police have intensified their crackdown on migrant crossings of the English Channel, including the controversial tactic of puncturing inflatable boats carrying migrants near Calais and Dunkirk. This practice, though prohibited by international law, is reportedly carried out under the justification of immediate danger and with financial incentives from the UK government, which pressures France to control migrant flows. A recent investigation revealed the death of Syrian migrant Jumaa al-Hasan in 2024, linked to police actions during these interceptions. The case has raised concerns about accountability as French authorities face criticism for their handling of migrant crossings and related fatalities. The situation remains tense, with local authorities in areas like Gravelines confronting organized smuggling networks exploiting vulnerable migrants.