Grandparents of Émile Soleil Held in Custody as Investigation Advances

Scientific findings and extended questioning of four family members, including Émile's grandparents, mark a pivotal turn in the 21-month investigation into the boy's death.

Émile Soleil's grandparents, along with two of their adult children, remain in custody for 'homicide volontaire' and 'recel de cadavre,' as investigators continue their inquiries.
Scientific analyses suggest Émile's remains were moved, raising the likelihood of human intervention in his death.
A jardinière seized from a chapel in Haut-Vernet contained traces of blood, though this evidence was not central to the arrests.
The prosecutor of Aix-en-Provence is expected to provide updates in a press conference on March 27, following the conclusion of the custody period.
The investigation, which began after Émile's disappearance in July 2023, has recently focused on verifying and confronting evidence involving close family members.