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Former Far-Right Member Convicted of Killing Argentina Rugby Star

Former Far-Right Member Convicted of Killing Argentina Rugby Star
Former far-right group member found guilty of murdering Argentina rugby star · theprint.in

A former rugby player from Argentina was killed in Paris in 2022.

His name was Federico Aramburu.

The killing happened after a fight between two groups outside a cafe.

Loik Le Priol and Romain Bouvier were involved in the confrontation.

The court found Le Priol guilty of murder and Bouvier guilty of attempted murder.

Le Priol received 26 years in prison, while Bouvier received 19 years.

A third defendant, Lyson Rochemir, was convicted of lesser offenses.

The defendants can appeal the decision within 10 days.

Key facts

Victim
Federico Aramburu, a former Argentina rugby international
Murder sentence
Loik Le Priol received 26 years in prison
Attempted-murder sentence
Romain Bouvier received 19 years in prison
Date of shooting
March 19, 2022
Location
Boulevard Saint-Germain, Paris
Third defendant
Lyson Rochemir was found guilty of lesser charges, including obstructing the course of justice
Appeal deadline
The defendants have 10 days to appeal

Quotes

Presiding judge

Judge presiding over the Paris trial

“The narcissistic, intrusive and uncontrollable rage of Loik Le Priol ultimately led to the gratuitous killing of Mr. Aramburu.”
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Loik Le Priol

Defendant convicted of murdering Federico Aramburu

“I’m Christian like you, the pope is here today, I don’t know if it’s a sign — hope one day you can find the strength to forgive me.”
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