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Prosecution Seeks 10-Year Sentence for Alleged Ringleader in Kim Kardashian Heist Trial

Sentencing recommendations begin in Paris court for nine elderly defendants accused of a €9 million armed robbery nearly nine years ago.

Montage Le Figaro
L’un des avocats d’Harminy Ait Khedache, Me Joseph Hazan, face à la presse, lors du procès, le 28 avril 2024.
Croquis d'audience montrant Kim Kardashian témoignant au procès de son braquage, le 13 mai 2025 devant la cour d'assises à Paris
Croquis d'audience représentant l'influenceuse Kim Kardashian avec en arrière-plan l'un des coacussés de son braquage, Aomar Ait Khedache, le 13 mai 2025 au palais de Justice de Paris

Overview

  • Prosecutor Anne-Dominique Merville has requested a 10-year prison sentence for Aomar Aït Khedache, the alleged mastermind of the 2016 heist targeting Kim Kardashian.
  • The defendants, many in their 70s and facing health issues, are charged with armed robbery, kidnapping, and sequestration, with maximum penalties of up to 30 years or life for recidivists.
  • Kim Kardashian testified last week, recounting her terror during the robbery and describing its lasting impact on her security and well-being.
  • Defense teams are set to present their final arguments starting May 21, with a court verdict expected on May 23 after nearly nine years of judicial delays.
  • The case has drawn global attention, highlighting the tension between Kardashian's celebrity status and her portrayal as a vulnerable crime victim.