Overview

• On May 31, Christophe B. shot Hichem Miraoui multiple times outside the salon where Miraoui worked in Puget-sur-Argens, Var.
• The case was transferred to the national anti-terror prosecutor on June 2 and resulted in a formal indictment for terrorist-related murder on June 5.
• Christophe B. admitted to the killing but denied a racist motive and had lived reclusively while engaging with extremist content online.
• Family members and community leaders have organized white marches in Puget-sur-Argens and Marseille for June 8 to honor Miraoui and condemn xenophobic violence.
• Authorities anticipate around 2,000 attendees at the Puget-sur-Argens march with 160 officers providing security and organizers emphasize its non-political nature.