Overview
- Twenty-four individuals stood accused of money laundering and gang association, with only two defendants cleared of all charges.
- Leader Jacques Santoni received 13 years’ imprisonment, a €1.5 million fine, a lifetime business management ban and five years of political ineligibility.
- Michael Ettori was sentenced to 12 years in prison with a €1.5 million fine and a management ban while Pascal Porri drew 10 years and a €1 million penalty.
- All extortion charges were dismissed after judges found insufficient evidence of coercion, violence or threats.
- Prosecutors outlined the gang’s lavish Courchevel real estate ventures and cross-border financial routes through Switzerland and Dubai.