Kim Kardashian Paris Robbery Case Faces Setback as Suspect Dies Before Trial

The long-awaited trial for the infamous 2016 Paris robbery of Kim Kardashian, often referred to as the "heist of the century," has faced a significant development with the unexpected death of one of the key suspects. Marceau Baum-Gertner died in Paris on March 6, 2025, shortly before the proceedings were set to begin, potentially impacting the case against the group dubbed the "Kim Kardashian 12."

The high-profile case stems from an incident nine years ago when the reality star and business mogul was robbed at gunpoint in her Paris hotel room, with thieves making off with approximately $10 million in jewelry. The case is finally moving to trial, with suspects including Yunice Abbas and Aomar Ait Khedache facing justice for their alleged roles in the carefully planned heist.

Meanwhile, Kardashian appears to be moving forward with her life. Recent social media posts show her enjoying a Hawaii vacation, where she displayed diamond anklets that caught attention for their luxury. Celebrity jeweler George Khalife estimated the anklets to be worth at least $20,000 based on the visible gemstones in her photos.

The Paris robbery case remains one of the most notorious celebrity crimes in recent memory, with the trial expected to provide closure to an event that dramatically affected Kardashian's approach to security and public appearances.