Violence has erupted on the streets of Paris after an exit poll predicted that a left-wing coalition is leading the election battle - dashing Marine Le Pen's hopes of forming France's first hard-right government since the war. Shocking footage shows hooded and masked protesters running through Paris, launching projectiles and setting Paris ablaze - as 30,000 riot police attempt to prevent ugly scenes breaking out amid high political tension. Baton-wielding police were seen racing around to stop outbreaks of violence, including in Place de la Republique. Meanwhile, fire fighters were seen desperately trying to put flames out with fire extinguishers. At this stage, it is not clear who is clashing with police. But it comes after exit polls predicted the hard right National Rally (RN) is on track to come third - having led the race after the first round of votes.
