The 'Grandpa Robbers' Trial: Kim Kardashian Heist in Paris

The 'Grandpa Robbers' Trial

• 🎯 Ten elderly defendants, known as the 'Grandpa Robbers,' are on trial in Paris for the 2016 robbery of Kim Kardashian.
• 💡 Most of the suspects are in their 60s and 70s, challenging initial perceptions of typical criminals.

The Heist Details

• 💰 During the 2016 incident, Kim Kardashian was tied up and forced into a bathtub as thieves stole over $10 million in jewelry.
• 💎 Police have recovered a diamond cross necklace, but the rest of the stolen items remain missing.

Alleged Ringleader's Testimony

• 🗣️ The alleged ringleader, known as 'Old Omar,' testified and is described as nearly deaf and mute.
• ⚠️ 'Old Omar' confessed to tying Kardashian up but denied being the leader of the heist.
• 📝 Due to his condition, questions were typed, and he wrote out his answers.

Trial and Testimony Schedule

• 🗓️ The trial is ongoing and is expected to conclude in May.
• 🎤 Kim Kardashian is scheduled to testify on May 13th.
• ⚖️ One of the defendants has since died, and another is reported to have dementia.