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Kim Kardashian Testifies in Paris Trial on 2016 Robbery, Recounts Fear for Her Life

The reality star delivered emotional testimony, describing the trauma of the $10 million heist and its lasting impact on her life.

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Overview

  • Kim Kardashian testified for nearly five hours in a Paris court about the 2016 armed robbery in which she feared being killed or raped.
  • The assailants, disguised as police, tied and gagged Kardashian before stealing $10 million in jewelry, including her wedding ring.
  • DNA evidence on adhesive tape and a lost earring helped authorities identify and arrest the suspects, known as the 'yayoladrones.'
  • Ten defendants, including alleged mastermind Aomar Aït Khedache, face up to 20 years in prison if convicted, with the trial expected to conclude next week.
  • Kardashian revealed the attack left her deeply traumatized, prompting significant changes to her personal security measures.