Clermont-Ferrand's Mayor, Julien Bony, has announced that the municipal police will be equipped with lethal weapons. This decision has been criticized by opposition groups. The mayor explained that this measure was necessary to ensure the safety of citizens. Opposition groups have denounced this decision as a security overreach. They have also criticized the timing of this decision, which was taken just before the municipal elections. The mayor responded that this decision was necessary to ensure the safety of citizens and that he was willing to discuss with opposition groups to find a solution. The municipal police of Clermont-Ferrand is currently equipped with batons and water guns. The decision to equip the police with lethal weapons was taken after a series of attacks on police officers. The mayor explained that this measure was necessary to ensure the safety of police officers and citizens. Opposition groups have denounced this decision as a security overreach and have called for a more in-depth reflection on public safety. The mayor responded that this decision was necessary to ensure the safety of citizens and that he was willing to discuss with opposition groups to find a solution.