France’s Rail Network Is Target Of Attacks Ahead Of The Olympics

French officials condemned the attacks as "criminal actions," though they said there was no sign of a direct link to the games.

France’s rail network was the target of widespread acts of vandalism Friday, including arson.

The attacks come as many are using the transportation to travel to the area for the Olympic Games.

The attacks halted travel to Paris from across the rest of France and Europe, keeping Olympic athletes and more from reaching the opening ceremony.

French officials condemned the attacks as “criminal actions,” though they said there was no sign of a direct link to the games.

Prosecutors in Paris opened an investigation saying the crimes could carry sentences of 10-20 years.

There were no known reports of injuries from the attacks.