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Strasbourg Attack Accomplice Sentenced to 30 Years

Audrey Mondjehi receives a 30-year sentence for his role in the 2018 attack, maintaining he was unaware of the attacker's plans.

  • Audrey Mondjehi was sentenced to 30 years in prison for his role in aiding the 2018 Strasbourg Christmas market attack, where five were killed.
  • Mondjehi helped Cherif Chekatt, the attacker, obtain a gun but claimed he was unaware of Chekatt's plans.
  • Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack, which resulted in five deaths and 11 injuries.
  • The trial highlighted Mondjehi's past as Chekatt's former prison cellmate and their close relationship prior to the attack.
  • Victims and city officials expressed relief and hope for healing following the sentencing.
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