Six Years After the Marseille Tragedy: A Community Awaits Justice
On November 5, 2018, three buildings on Rue d’Aubagne in Marseille collapsed, claiming eight lives. As the community marks six years since this tragic event, residents and witnesses reflect on the emotional toll and the ongoing quest for justice, with a trial set to begin on November 7. The memories remain poignant for local artisans, shopkeepers, and survivors who still grapple with the loss while hoping the impending legal proceedings will bring accountability. The area has not forgotten the victims, transforming the former site of the disaster into a memorial space as life continues in the shadow of grief.