Ten people questioned in Mehdi Kessaci murder case.
Ten people have been arrested in connection with the death of Mehdi Kessaci. The investigation is led by French authorities. The case is ongoing and has caused public concern.
Mehdi Kessaci, a 20-year-old, was killed in Marseille on November 13, 2025. Six individuals have been arrested and charged in the investigation. Amine Kessaci, the victim’s brother, is a deputy mayor. The investigation is being carried out by the National Organized Crime Prosecutor’s Office. The arrest and sentencing are part of an ongoing effort to understand the circumstances surrounding Kessaci’s death.
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Highlights
Ten Arrests in Kessaci Case
French authorities arrested ten people in Marseille and Hérault regarding the assassination.
Investigation Focuses on Organized Crime
The investigation is looking into motives and perpetrators of the attack.
Kessaci Was Unrelated to Drugs
Mehdi Kessaci was 20 years old and not involved in drug trafficking.
Six People Charged and Sentenced
Six individuals were arrested, charged, and sentenced in the case.
Kessaci's Brother is a Deputy Mayor
Amine Kessaci, a drug trafficking opponent, was elected as a deputy mayor.