Medhi Kessaci, the brother of French anti-drug activist and politician Amine Kessaci, was killed three days ago in Marseille, in an attack attributed to masked gunmen on a motorcycle. The shooting occurred in what authorities believe was a targeted act, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Amine Kessaci, who gained national recognition as an anti-gang activist following his brother’s murder in 2020, has since become involved in local politics and anti-drug initiatives. The loss of his brother was cited as a motivating factor in his activism, which seeks to combat drug-related violence and organized crime in France.
Police are currently investigating the case and have indicated that they believe the suspects responsible for the killing are affiliated with local criminal groups. No arrests have been made, and authorities continue to gather evidence to understand the motives and connections behind the attack.
The incident has drawn attention to ongoing issues of violence linked to organized crime in Marseille, a city with a history of gang activity. Local officials and community leaders have expressed concern over the violence and are calling for increased efforts to ensure public safety and address the root causes of gang conflicts.