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Mohamed Amra's Deadly Escape: 28 Suspects Now Charged in High-Profile Case

The investigation into the narcotrafficker's violent 2024 prison escape has led to multiple arrests, including key accomplices, and is described as one of unprecedented scale.

Après son arrestation, «Mohamed Amra a eu l'intention de s'évader» de la prison d'Évreux
Mohamed Amra, à Bucarest, le 23 février.
Mohamed Amra.
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Overview

  • Eight new suspects have been charged in connection with Mohamed Amra's escape, six of whom are now in temporary detention.
  • The May 2024 escape involved a deadly commando attack using a car-ramming and assault rifles, killing two prison guards and injuring three others.
  • Amra's nine-month international flight ended with his February 2025 arrest in Romania, followed by extradition to France on February 25.
  • The investigation has utilized extensive resources, including 440 phone interceptions, geolocations, and international cooperation with countries like Romania, Morocco, and Spain.
  • Prosecutors have identified 28 individuals, including Amra, as part of the operation; charges include murder, organized crime, and possession of war-grade weapons.