Ten men are standing trial for their alleged roles in the armed robbery that saw Kardashian bound, gagged, and locked in a bathroom during Paris Fashion Week. The robbers, some disguised as police officers, stormed her luxury H๏τel suite in the early hours of October 3, 2016, stealing an estimated €10 million ($11.4 million) in jewellery—including a $4 million diamond ring gifted by her then-husband, rapper Kanye West.

Among the accused is Aomar Ait Khedache, known as “Old Omar,” now 68, who admitted his involvement but denies being the ringleader. He reportedly told investigators the job had been “easy” due to Kardashian’s frequent social media posts revealing her location and showcasing her jewellery.

Also on trial is 71-year-old Yunice Abbas, who later wrote a book тιтled *I Kidnapped Kim Kardashian*, though he claims he never entered her room. Another alleged participant, Didier Dubreucq, 69, denies being present in the room despite being accused of directly confronting the star.

The suspects are being tried before a jury—a rarity in France, reserved for serious crimes—on charges including armed robbery, kidnapping, and being part of a criminal gang.

DNA evidence was key to identifying the suspects. Of the original 12 people charged, one has since died and another, 80-year-old Pierre Bouianere, has been ruled unfit for trial due to health issues and will be tried separately.

Most of the stolen jewellery remains missing and is believed to have been sold in Belgium.