Salah-Eddine, 8, Dies: Nîmes Tribute and Funeral in Morocco

The tragedy occurred on Tuesday morning near Paul-Langevin primary school. Salah-Eddine succumbed to his injuries after being hit by a vehicle traveling at high speed. The 17-year-old driver initially fled the scene before being arrested by law enforcement.

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More than 500 people are expected at the gathering, which will begin at 13:30 in front of the victim’s school. The route, approved by the prefecture, will pass by the family home before ending in a moment of quiet reflection. “It will simply be a moment of shared grief and support for the family,” said a neighborhood resident, emphasizing the desire to preserve a calm atmosphere.

The Espérance sportive de Nîmes football club, where the young boy played, has canceled all training sessions until further notice. His teammates and coaches are preparing T-shirts and banners in his honor for the march. Several clubs in the region have also announced that they will attend in solidarity with the victim’s loved ones and his young teammates.

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The organizers are emphasizing the peaceful nature of the event, postponing demands concerning road safety until later. “The time for anger will come after the funeral,” said a mother. Salah-Eddine’s funeral is scheduled to take place in Morocco next week.