Breaking News: Mohamed Amra Escorted by Romanian Police, Brought to Paris for Interrogation
OTOPENI, Romania – In a significant development, Mohamed Amra, also known as “La Mouche,” was escorted by Romanian police at Henri-Coanda International Airport on February 25, 2025. Vadim Ghirda / AP reported the event, marking a crucial step in the ongoing investigation into Amra’s 2024 escape from custody that resulted in the deaths of two penitentiary agents.
Paris Prosecutor Defends Judges’ Choice Amid Criticism
Paris prosecutor Laure Beccuau defended the decision to bring Amra to Paris for interrogation on Friday, June 6. The move has sparked criticism from penitentiary unions and reservations from Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau, who cited “major risks.” Amra’s transfer follows a 2024 incident where hooded and armed men ambushed the van transporting him, leading to the deaths of two penitentiary agents at the Incarville toll (Eure).
Background and Historical Relevance
About a year ago, during a judicial interrogation in Rouen, Amra escaped and remained at large for nine months until his capture in Romania in February 2025. Forty individuals, including Amra, are now indicted in this case. On May 28, two new suspects were placed in pre-trial detention, and a third was put under judicial supervision, according to a judicial source confirming information from TF1.
“The idea that he is extracted to make him travel in a penitentiary vehicle is the revival of the appalling attack of Incarville,” prosecutor Beccuau acknowledged on BFM-TV/RMC. “It is, among prison agents, the fear that the facts will reproduce.” Prosecutors have suggested alternative measures such as transferring the investigation to the ultra-secure prison of Condé-sur-Sarthe (Orne) or conducting a videoconferencing hearing.
Investigation Advances Rapidly
Investigative judges from the national jurisdiction against organized crime have chosen to bring Amra to the Paris court next week. “Because they now want the file to advance quickly,” prosecutor Beccuau explained. “It will be the first hearing of Mohamed Amra. It will be the time of his first statements. We may oppose procedural documents, seals. It must be recorded.”
Amra’s interrogation will involve multiple participants, including his lawyers, escorts, the three investigating judges, and clerks. Cameras will be present to film the entire process. Amra will be escorted by GIGN, the elite unit of the gendarmerie. If additional charges arise during the investigation, Amra could potentially be extracted again.
Evergreen Context: The Risks and Implications
This case underscores the challenges and risks associated with transporting high-profile criminals. The incident highlights the need for robust security measures and the potential for future legal and procedural reforms. As the investigation continues, the focus on advancing the case quickly suggests a determination to bring justice to those affected by Amra’s escape.
The story of Mohamed Amra serves as a reminder of the complexities involved in law enforcement and the importance of maintaining public safety. As the investigation unfolds, readers are encouraged to stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
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