Philippe, 22, died from his injuries on Tuesday April 16, after being beaten the previous night in a parking lot in Grande-Synthe. An investigation was opened by the public prosecutor of the Dunkirk judicial court for murder by an organized gang.
A minor is currently in police custody. According to our information, the victim could have been attacked by three individuals with the aim of stealing his phone. “Today we are in shock... Let us not give in to fear or the spirit of revenge. Let us continue to work for education, kindness, and fraternity. Rest in peace Philippe," the mayor of Grande-Synthe, Martial Beyaert, wrote on his Facebook page. The investigation is continuing actively in order to identify all those involved and clarify the circumstances of the commission of the acts. For confidential support, call the Samaritans in the UK on 08457 90 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details.