The high-profile case dates back to October 2016, when Kim Kardashian was violently robbed in her Paris residence during Fashion Week, raising significant safety concerns for tourists in the city.
Trial of ‘Grandpa Robbers’ Begins in Paris Over 2016 Kim Kardashian Heist
Trial of ‘Grandpa Robbers’ Begins in Paris Over 2016 Kim Kardashian Heist
Ten individuals connected to the notorious 'grandpa robbers' face trial in Paris for the audacious robbery of Kim Kardashian that shocked the world.
Ten individuals associated with a criminal group known as the “grandpa robbers” began their trial in Paris on Monday, facing charges for their involvement in the notorious robbery of celebrity Kim Kardashian that took place nearly nine years ago. The group, which includes several members aged in their 70s, is accused of orchestrating the violent attack on the reality TV star and entrepreneur.
During the incident, Kardashian was bound, gagged, and held at gunpoint while approximately €8 million (around $9 million) worth of jewelry was stolen from her luxury accommodation in Paris. The robbery occurred during the bustling Paris Fashion Week in October 2016, marking a significant moment that amplified safety concerns for both tourists and locals, amid a backdrop of fear following various terrorist attacks in the city.
Armed with police uniforms and face coverings, five assailants broke into Kardashian's apartment, compelling the night watchman to assist them in locating the star before immobilizing her. They made off with valuables including her famed engagement ring, disappearing merely minutes after the crime. While most of the stolen items were never recovered, DNA evidence collected from the zip ties used to secure Kardashian led to several arrests within three months.
Authorities confirmed that among those arrested, many had extensive backgrounds in criminal activities. As the trial unfolds, the shocking details of the heist continue to reignite discussions about celebrity security and the safety of visitors in Paris.
During the incident, Kardashian was bound, gagged, and held at gunpoint while approximately €8 million (around $9 million) worth of jewelry was stolen from her luxury accommodation in Paris. The robbery occurred during the bustling Paris Fashion Week in October 2016, marking a significant moment that amplified safety concerns for both tourists and locals, amid a backdrop of fear following various terrorist attacks in the city.
Armed with police uniforms and face coverings, five assailants broke into Kardashian's apartment, compelling the night watchman to assist them in locating the star before immobilizing her. They made off with valuables including her famed engagement ring, disappearing merely minutes after the crime. While most of the stolen items were never recovered, DNA evidence collected from the zip ties used to secure Kardashian led to several arrests within three months.
Authorities confirmed that among those arrested, many had extensive backgrounds in criminal activities. As the trial unfolds, the shocking details of the heist continue to reignite discussions about celebrity security and the safety of visitors in Paris.
