A sanitation worker in Paris is under investigation following a video that circulated online showing him spraying drink cans and other debris into the Canal Saint-Martin. The incident occurred shortly after the city reopened the canal for swimming during a heatwave.

Emmanuel Grégoire, the mayor of Paris, condemned the worker’s actions, stating that the behavior violated established protocols for maintaining the waterway. Grégoire affirmed that appropriate disciplinary measures would be implemented in response to the incident.

The Canal Saint-Martin, a historic waterway in central Paris, had recently been reopened to the public for recreational use amid rising temperatures, prompting heightened attention to water quality and cleanliness. The footage, which drew significant public criticism, raised concerns about sanitation practices at a time when the canal's appearance and safety are under increased scrutiny.

Authorities did not provide further details about the worker involved or the specific nature of the disciplinary actions being considered. The city has emphasized its commitment to maintaining the canal’s cleanliness and ensuring that such breaches do not recur.