A new poll in France shows that more than seven in ten people believe crime is “out of control.” The findings come about a year after public warnings that France was at risk of becoming a “Mexicanized” narco-state, with concerns focused on rising criminal activity and the influence of organized drug-related violence. The reporting links the survey results to the earlier alarm about France’s security trajectory, suggesting that many residents view crime trends as worsening or beyond effective control. While the sources emphasize the overall public perception, they do not provide detailed breakdowns of the poll’s methodology or regional differences in the text provided. The coverage reflects a broader debate in France about public safety, law enforcement effectiveness, and whether criminal networks are expanding. Overall, the articles agree on the central point: a large majority of respondents express the view that crime is no longer under control, echoing earlier concerns raised over the past year.