Former Police Chief Denies Protecting Informant

An ex-commissaire, François Thierry, is on trial for a complex case involving the failure to deliver controlled cannabis. He vehemently defended his methods, admitting to over-trusting his key informant, Sofiane Hambli. The case centers around allegations of Thierry protecting Hambli while a cannabis delivery went bankrupt, raising questions about police oversight and potential corruption.

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