French police unit shut down over corruption allegations

  • 12 years ago
An anti-crime squad in the southern French city of Marseille has been shut-down due to alleged widespread corruption.

Interior Minister Manuel Valls announced the closure after twelve officers appeared in court on Friday:

"There is no place for those who tarnish the uniform of the police, which is an honour for those who wear it," he said.

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