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France criminal gang plot targets Kylian Mbappé

French authorities are investigating a criminal network that planned a series of kidnappings, robberies, and assaults targeting wealthy individuals and celebrities. Among the 26 potential targets identified by investigators was Real Madrid footballer Kylian Mbappé.

The primary suspect, an 18-year-old identified as Clément L. (using the pseudonym ‘Lester Z’), was reportedly directing criminal activities from his cell at the Villepinte penitentiary using Snapchat. He was formally charged on August 21 for organized robbery.

The investigation was triggered by a series of incidents in Neuilly-sur-Seine, including a failed robbery attempt at a watchmaker in April and a subsequent armed robbery in May where luxury watches valued at approximately 150,000 euros were stolen.

In addition to high-profile athletes and musicians, the target list included wealthy entrepreneurs, a Chinese wholesaler, and a Turkish meat wholesaler. While the group had mapped out addresses and personal information for several targets, authorities noted there is no evidence that an attempt to kidnap Mbappé had actually been executed.

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Clément L. · Kylian Mbappé · Le Parisien · Nanterre · Neuilly-sur-Seine · Paris · Real Madrid · Villepinte penitentiary

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