Suspect in Kardashian jewel heist case plans to take responsibility for his role at Paris trial
- In October 2016, Kim Kardashian was robbed at gunpoint in Paris, with jewellery worth millions of dollars stolen.
- Abbas, 72, one of the five accused robbers aged between 60 and 72, has admitted his participation in the robbery.
- If found guilty, those accused of the more serious crimes could face 10 years to life imprisonment.
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'Grandpa robbers' go on trial over Kardashian jewel heist
A group of men dubbed the 'grandpa robbers' stand trial today on charges of robbing reality TV star Kim Kardashian at gunpoint and stealing jewellery worth millions of euros during Paris Fashion Week nearly a decade ago.
Suspect in Kim Kardashian jewel heist plans to take responsibility
PARIS — One of the suspects in the armed robbery of Kim Kardashian said he plans to take responsibility for his role in the 2016 high-profile heist and will apologize in court as the trial begins Monday in Paris. Yunice Abbas, 71, who has publicly acknowledged his participation in the heist, is among 10 suspects facing charges including armed robbery and kidnapping. “I will apologize,” Abbas told The Associated Press. “I mean it sincerely.” Kard…
Kim Kardashian's robbery: the "horde of the ring" finally on trial, nine years later
Ten people, including five old thugs, will appear in front of the Paris sitting court from Monday until May 23, for their involvement in the resounding robbery of the American star in 2016, during a Parisian stay. She had been stripped of her jewels, including her diamond engagement ring for a total loot of 9 million euros.
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