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Six Placed Under Investigation in Aveyron Killing Linked to Suspected Drug Theft

A coordinated late‑February operation across several departments led to the suspects’ apprehension.

Overview

  • The victim was found on 16 December in his Capdenac-Gare apartment with numerous head injuries.
  • Technical and scientific findings indicate a violent assault inside the home and a thoroughly searched flat.
  • Six suspects, including three minors, were arrested at the end of February during a multi-department sweep.
  • All six were presented to an examining judge on 19 February in Montpellier and placed under formal investigation.
  • Three are in pretrial detention and three are under judicial supervision as the criminal division pursues the case, which prosecutors say likely stems from a narcotics theft.