Arrest in Besançon

A 30-year-old man was arrested by detectives from the anti-crime unit on Sunday, October 25, 2026, in Besançon. The arrest took place on Rue de Fribourg around 7:40 p.m., when officers on foot patrol recognized the man as someone wanted by the authorities.

Warrant and custody

The man was arrested based on a warrant related to the execution of a sentence. He was placed in judicial custody, meaning he was held in a secure facility while legal procedures were completed. The court decision concerning him was officially notified to him during this time.

No appeal requested

The man did not wish to appeal the sentence, which was six months of imprisonment. Judicial custody ended the following day, Monday, October 26, after which he was presented to a magistrate at 11 a.m. to formally begin serving his sentence.

Sentence carried out

Following the legal procedure, the man was sentenced to six months of imprisonment and was then incarcerated at the Besançon detention center, as confirmed by the national police.