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Mbappe Linked to Kidnap Plot in French Probe
2 Sep
Summary
- 26 wealthy individuals' data found during kidnapping plot investigation.
- Kylian Mbappe was allegedly among potential targets identified.
- An 18-year-old suspect allegedly ran criminal operations from prison.
French authorities have uncovered details of an alleged kidnapping plot that reportedly named footballer Kylian Mbappe among its potential targets. Investigators discovered the personal information of 26 wealthy individuals, including Mbappe, a rapper, and several businessmen, on mobile phones seized from an 18-year-old suspect. This suspect is accused of continuing to operate a criminal organization from within prison.
The investigation began following a separate robbery at a luxury watch shop. The 18-year-old, identified as Clément L., was already in pre-trial detention for other alleged crimes when prison guards found two mobile phones in his possession. The contents of these phones reportedly revealed information that could have been used to locate or identify the 26 alleged targets.
Authorities are now focused on understanding how far the alleged plot had progressed. They aim to determine if any of the potential targets were contacted or surveilled. Clément L. has reportedly denied being the mastermind and remains in pre-trial detention. His alleged accomplice has been released under judicial supervision.
