Mosque Tragedy in Gard: Prosecutor of Nîmes Holds Press Conference Regarding Homicide Incident
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Aboubakar Cissé's Murder: New Updates
Knock-Knock! The Jam's Over!
Cécile Gensac, the public prosecutor of Nîmes, spilled the beans over the murder of Aboubakar Cissé, the 22-year-old Malian fellow who met his end in the mosque of La Grand-Combe (Gard) on April 25. During a late-afternoon press conference on Friday, May 2, she dropped a bombshell, stating that the attacker's motives were deeply personal: a desire to kill, anyone would do, and a twisted obsession.
Puleeeease, Kittens! Gather 'Round!
Cissé's funeral took place today. According to Cécile Gensac, there's nary a shred of evidence that suggests he had bumped into his attacker. The magistrate called him a devoted soul, while the mosque was his little haven where he could grab a bite, wash up, catch some zzzs, and help out with the odd chores.
Eyes Wide Open, Hands Up, and Hold On Tight
Now here's the burning question on everyone's lips: who's the culprit behind this heinous act? Enter the suspect: Olivier H. The 21-year-old Frenchman, resident of La Grand-Combe and holder of some serious Bosnian heritage, gave himself up to the Italian cops on Sunday evening at the Pistoia police station near Florence. Why, you ask? Well, he plans to get back home, and quickly! His Italian lawyer, Giovanni Salvietti, confirmed the details on Wednesday. The whip-cracking extradition process is in full swing, with Olivier H set to be back in France by mid-May.
The Cissé Family Strikes Back
Cissé's kin will file a complaint with civil party status for, get this, an act of terrorism! That's right, according to their lawyers, it's mind-boggling that the terrorist nature of this murder wasn't considered during the legal evaluation of the facts. And check this out: the family's lawyers discovered an explosive detail - the complaint they've laid their eyes on finds it incomprehensible that the terrorist label wasn't attached to this murder.
Darling Little Bruno Retailleau Steps In
Bruno Retailleau, aka Beauvau's tenant (Minister of the Interior), will meet with Cissé's family on Monday. Rumor has it his office confirmed the news to our website, following a tip from BFMTV. Retailleau has been under fire lately for allegedly employing a double standard in this matter. But rest assured, dear reader, this ain't the end of the story. Stay tuned for more updates on this heart-wrenching tale.
Enrichment Data:Olivier H. later identified as Olivier Hadzovic, is the suspect in the murder of Aboubakar Cissé, a 22-year-old Malian who was stabbed to death on April 25, 2025, while praying at the mosque of La Grand-Combe in southern France[1][4]. Olivier H is a 20-year-old French national born in Lyon, reportedly of Bosnian origin[2][5]. He was raised in a large family and had been sharing violent content online, including his desire to kill and become a "serial killer"[1][2].
Following the attack, Olivier H posted a video on social media where he stated his intentions and filmed Cissé's final moments[1][2]. He later surrendered to Italian police and is awaiting extradition to France[4][5]. Prosecutors have ruled out terrorism as a motive, stating that Olivier H acted alone, driven by a "morbid fascination" and an "obsessive desire to kill," without any ideological or organizational links[1][4].
The attack drew widespread condemnation, with President Emmanuel Macron denouncing religious hate and Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau facing pressure over the incident[4][5]. The community has rallied to mourn Cissé's death and demand answers regarding the attack's motives[2][3].
- The suspect in the murder of Aboubakar Cissé, a Malian man, was initially identified as Olivier H but later confirmed to be Olivier Hadzovic.
- Olivier Hadzovic, a 20-year-old Frenchman of Bosnian origin, allegedly posted a video on social media of his intentions and Cissé's final moments following the attack.
- Despite the gruesome nature of the crime, French prosecutors have ruled out terrorism as a motive, stating that Olivier Hadzovic acted alone, driven by a "morbid fascination" and an "obsessive desire to kill," without any ideological or organizational links.
- The government, specifically Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau, is facing pressure over the incident, with the public demanding answers regarding the attack's motives and the involvement of the government in ensuring the safety of all citizens, particularly those from diverse faiths and nationalities.
