One of the suspects of stealing jewelry to Kim Kardashian dies just before trial in Paris | News from Mexico
Paris, France.- Marceau Baum-Gertnerone of the main suspects in the Theft a Kim Kardashian In Paris in 2016, He died suddenly On March 6, 2025, just before his trial began. Although the causes of his death are unknown, the news has taken by surprise all those involved in the case.
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Who is Baum-Gertner? One of the suspects of theft
Baum-Gertner, 72, had been indicated as one of the members of the band that assaulted the star of “Keeping Up With The Kardashians” In the early hours of October 3, 2016when a group of armed men broke into their luxury department in Paris and stole more than 10 million dollars in jewels and value objects. During the robbery, Kim Kardashian was taken hostage and threatened to death, which left a deep brand in his personal life.
The case had been waiting for years due to multiple legal delays and pandemicbut finally a date for the trial had been set. Marceau Baum-Gertner, along with other defendants, had to face positions for the assault on Kardashian. However, his unexpected death leaves a fundamental piece of the case without the possibility of being judged.
Kim Kardashian will witness at the trial
Kim Kardashianwho at the time gave precise details of the events to the French judges, I was ready to testify at the trial. According to sources close to the case, the businesswoman had confirmed her presence in the Court for May 2025, where she would have the opportunity to speak in front of a jury about the traumatic experience.
Kardashian’s appearance in the trial would be crucial, then, although I had already provided a detailed statement To the judges during the previous hearings, this would be the first time thatE would have to face the defendants in a judicial environment formal.
I will witness in the trial of the Paris underground band, who were allegedly responsible for the robbery ”
– declared in a past interview.
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A trial that was postponed for years
The judicial process against those responsible for theft began with several arrests in France. The defendantsincluding Baum-Gertner and other band members, They were arrested in 2017 and it was expected that they were judged in 2025. The lack of a trial for so long was due to several legal complications, such as pandemic and the accumulation of judicial cases.
Although Baum-Gertner’s death represents an unexpected turn in the case, The French authorities say that the trial will continue with the other defendants. In addition, Kim Kardashian is expected to offer his testimony, which It could be a step towards closing of this traumatic chapter in his life.
