# Paris trial of Federico Aramburú murder > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260907-paris-trial-of-federico-arambur-murder > Updated: 2026-09-09T12:40:40.000Z. Sources: 56. Developments: 3. In September 2026, a trial commenced in Paris regarding the March 19, 2022, fatal shooting of former Argentine international rugby player Federico Martín Aramburú in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district. The proceedings involve several defendants linked to far-right extremist groups, specifically the now-dissolved Groupe Union Défense (GUD). Loïk Le Priol, a 32-year-old former military member, is the primary accused for the murder. During the trial, Le Priol admitted to firing the shots but claimed he acted in self-defense. His lawyer, Xavier Nogueras, argued that Le Priol’s actions should be viewed in the context of military trauma stemming from a 2014 plane crash response. Romain Bouvier, 35, faces charges for the attempted murder of Aramburú’s business partner, Shaun Hegarty; Bouvier admitted to firing but denied any intent to kill, claiming his actions were intended only as a deterrent. As the trial continues, evidence has focused on reconstructing the timeline, which began with a verbal altercation at the Le Mabillon café. Surveillance footage presented in court shows Le Priol handling a knife and loading a weapon prior to the confrontation. Testimony from investigators and ballistic experts has challenged the self-defense claims. Experts noted that ten shots were fired in total within a very short timeframe. One investigator testified that “when you empty your magazine against an unarmed person, it is an intention to kill,” suggesting the rapid discharge is characteristic of those intending to kill rather than providing a warning. Lyson Rochemir, Le Priol’s former partner, is on trial for complicity, alongside a fourth individual accused of concealing evidence or assisting Bouvier during his flight from authorities. The prosecution characterizes the attack as a “premeditated project,” while the defense denies any premeditation or racist motivation. A verdict is expected by September 25. ## Claims - Loïk Le Priol admitted to firing the shots but claimed he acted in self-defense. (disputed by 5 sources) - Loïk Le Priol and Romain Bouvier face potential life sentences. (corroborated by 11 sources) - The trial is expected to conclude with a verdict on September 25, 2026. (corroborated by 8 sources) - The main defendants are linked to the now-dissolved far-right group Groupe Union Défense (GUD). (corroborated by 7 sources) - Lyson Rochemir, Le Priol's former partner, is on trial for complicity. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Romain Bouvier admitted to firing shots but denied any intention to kill. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The prosecution alleges the attack on Federico Aramburú was premeditated. (corroborated by 2 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-09: Paris trial examines evidence in Federico Martin Aramburu murder The Paris trial for the 2022 murder of Argentine rugby player Federico Martín Aramburú focuses on ballistic evidence and surveillance footage that challenges the defendants' claims of self-defense. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lok-le-priol-trial-defense-claims-self-defense-in-arambur-murder ### 2026-09-07: Federico Aramburú murder trial begins in Paris The trial of Loïk Le Priol and Romain Bouvier has begun in Paris for the 2022 murder of Argentine rugby player Federico Aramburú. Both defendants face potential life sentences. 38 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paris-trial-begins-for-murder-of-former-rugby-player-federico-arambur ### 2026-09-04: Paris trial begins for murder of former Argentine rugby player Federico Aramburú The trial of two far-right militants begins in Paris for the 2022 murder of former Argentine rugby player Federico Martín Aramburú. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paris-court-to-trial-murder-of-former-argentine-rugby-player-federico-martin-arambur --- Cite as: Paris trial of Federico Aramburú murder. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/20260907-paris-trial-of-federico-arambur-murder