Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Jules Bianchi’s Last Kart Stolen in Burglary as Family Appeals for Leads

The stolen KZ125 ART GP kart holds deep personal significance for Jules Bianchi’s father.

Overview

  • Philippe Bianchi said the break-in was discovered Tuesday morning after a burglary overnight from Monday to Tuesday.
  • About ten machines were taken, including nine JB17 chassis, mini-karts belonging to his grandsons, the KZ125 ART GP identified as Jules’s last kart, and a toolbox.
  • He told Le Parisien the karts have little market value and would be easily recognized if used, expressing hope they can be recovered.
  • The family posted photos and asked the karting community to report any JB17 karts seen, prompting widespread sharing by motorsport accounts.
  • No police outcomes have been reported, and there is no public confirmation of recoveries or arrests.