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Paris trial of Federico Aramburú murder

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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 ~~a criminal police investigator~~ investigators and ballistic experts has challenged ~~these~~ the self-defense claims. ~~The investigator~~ Experts noted that ~~both men emptied their weapons almost immediately—Bouvier firing four~~ ten shots ~~in four seconds and Le Priol using all six rounds of his revolver~~ were fired in total within a ~~similar timeframe—suggesting such~~ 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.~~ 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.

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