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PNAT Expands Probe Into Abdeslam USB Case, Says Three People in Custody

The case stems from a seized USB stick allegedly passed to the 13‑November convict during a prison visit.

Overview

  • France’s anti‑terror prosecutor said three people are in police custody as part of the investigation into a USB device linked to Salah Abdeslam.
  • The inquiry has been broadened to suspected terrorist criminal association in preparation of a crime against persons, according to the PNAT.
  • Abdeslam was questioned on November 4 and again on November 7 for alleged receipt of an illicit object in detention, and his custody was lifted on Friday.
  • Two individuals were placed in custody on November 7 on suspicion of terrorist conspiracy, with their interrogations ongoing.
  • One of the detainees is reported to be Abdeslam’s companion, whose custody has been exceptionally extended beyond 96 hours.