Trial begins in Aix-en-Provence

The trial of five men accused of the December 2020 murder of Amine Kessaci’s eldest half-brother and two of his friends has begun in Aix-en-Provence on Monday, October 19. The case has drawn significant public and media attention due to the victim's connection to Kessaci, a prominent anti-drug activist in France.

Kessaci speaks to Libé

Amine Kessaci has given an interview to the French newspaper Libé ahead of the trial, discussing the emotional impact of the loss on his family and the broader implications of the case. He expressed his feelings of grief and the ongoing pain of the tragedy.

Family mourning and political context

Kessaci described the mourning process as deeply personal and ongoing, while also acknowledging the political dimensions of the case. His half-brother’s murder occurred amid heightened tensions around anti-drug activism and related conflicts in the region.

Concerns about reopened wounds

Kessaci expressed fears that the trial could reopen old wounds, both for his family and for the community affected by the murder. He emphasized the need for justice but also the emotional toll that such proceedings can have on those involved.