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2025 - David Balland Opens Up About His Terrifying Kidnapping Experience with His Wife

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On January 21-22, 2025, David Balland and his partner Amandine were abducted from their home in Méréau by kidnappers. They were separated, with Amandine relatively unharmed, while David faced brutal treatment, including threats and physical abuse. The kidnappers demanded a 10 million euro ransom from businessman Éric Larchevêque. In a horrific act, David had his finger severed to compel compliance. Both were eventually rescued by the GIGN, and s…
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The Latest News broke the news in on Sunday, March 23, 2025.
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