French Police Seize 140,000 COVID-19 Masks Intended For Black Market

Two men were arrested in Saint Denny for attempting to sell surgical masks on the black market. One of the men had purchased the masks for $100,000, intending to sell them for profit in the construction industry. The coronavirus pandemic has led to increased demand for PPE, causing shortages worldwide. In response, French President Emmanuel Macron announced that the government would requisition all mask stocks and production to ensure distribution to healthcare workers and those infected with the virus.

What were the two men in Saint Denny arrested for?

• Unloading boxes of masks intended for the black market

• Manufacturing counterfeit masks

• Stealing surgical masks from a hospital

• Selling masks at a local market

What was the intended market for the masks bought by one of the arrested men?

• Online retailers

• Local pharmacies

• Healthcare workers

• The construction industry

Why did the demand for personal protective equipment increase?

• As a result of a government mandate

• Due to a decrease in production

• Because of the coronavirus pandemic

• Due to a new fashion trend

What action did the French government take to address the mask shortage?

• They imported masks from other countries

• They requisitioned all mask stocks and production

• They increased mask prices

• They banned the sale of masks

Who was the French President during the mask requisition?

• Jacques Chirac

• Emmanuel Macron

• Nicolas Sarkozy

• François Hollande