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French Apple store looters get unpleasant surprise on stolen iPhones
New York Post • • world
Key Points:
- During chaotic riots in France, looters who raided an Apple Store in Lille were met with security warnings on stolen iPhones indicating the devices were locked and being tracked.
- Viral videos showed thieves flashing alerts on the stolen Apple products, warning that the devices were disabled and local authorities would be notified.
- The Lille Apple Store was one of several luxury retailers targeted during nationwide protests, with other brands like Louis Vuitton, Hermes, and Dior also looted in cities such as Bordeaux and Marseille.
- The demonstrations, initially sparked by issues around education and the cost of living, escalated into widespread violence resulting in approximately 1,800 arrests and over 500 police injuries.
- Insurance claims related to the riots are projected to reach $1.3 to $1.6 billion, nearly double the costs from earlier 2023 unrest linked to a police shooting incident.
