Brief Published (Dubai time, UTC+4) · event date: 2026-10-19
The trial of five men suspected of belonging to the DZ mafia opened this Monday near Marseille. They are accused of assassinating in 2020 the elder brother of Amine Kessaci, an anti-drug activist who became deputy mayor of Aix-en-Provence.
This judicial case highlights the ongoing threat posed by DZ-type mafia networks, specialized in drug trafficking in the region. The targeted murder of a relative of an elected official committed against drugs illustrates the violence and influence of these criminal groups.
The trial is expected to clarify the responsibilities of the accused and send a strong message against mafia activities affecting local security.
