Masonic lodge members face murder trial in Paris.
Twenty-two people are on trial in Paris for crimes including murder. The trial is linked to a Freemason lodge called Athanor. The trial is expected to last over three months.
The trial began on March 30th and involves individuals aged 30 to 73. Some of the defendants are businesspeople, police officers, and even a race car driver. Authorities are investigating a criminal network connected to the lodge. Seven people could face life sentences. The case involves allegations of violence, intimidation, and organized crime activity.
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Highlights
Trial in Paris
A criminal network connected to a Masonic lodge is going to court in Paris.
Twenty-Two Defendants Tried
Twenty-two people are being tried in Paris for serious crimes.
Accusations Include Murder
The trial involves accusations of murder, attempted murder, and aggravated assault.
Defendants Include Police
The defendants include police officers and intelligence agents accused of organized crime.
Long Trial Expected
The trial is expected to last over three months before the court of assizes.
Perspectives
- A Masonic lodge named Athanor is on trial in Paris.
- The trial involves 22 people accused of crimes.
- The crimes include murder, attempted murder, and criminal association.
- The trial is expected to last several months.
The network is a mafia-like organized crime group.
The Guardian Europe, RFI
The network is linked to a Masonic lodge's activities.
VRT NWS, France24, Le Monde, El Mundo
The defendants are accused of ordering violence and murder.
Le Monde
Defendants are charged with crimes allegedly committed on behalf of a mafia network.
The Guardian Europe