Nearly a decade after Kim Kardashian was bound, gagged, and held at gunpoint in a Paris apartment during a dramatic jewelry heist, none of the convicted thieves will spend another day behind bars.

On Friday, eight individuals found responsible for the $10 million robbery of Kardashian's jewels were convicted, but due to age, health, and time already served, all have been allowed to remain free, as the Daily Mail reports.

The robbery took place in October 2016, when a group of masked individuals stormed Kardashian’s private hotel suite in Paris during Fashion Week. They tied her up and stole an estimated $10 million worth of valuables, including a $4 million engagement ring from Kanye West.

Trial concludes nearly a decade after crime

After years of legal delays, the trial began in April 2025 and concluded on May 23 in Paris. All eight individuals -- seven men and one woman -- were found guilty during the proceedings, which lasted just under one month. Two additional defendants accused of providing Kardashian’s movements to the gang were acquitted.

Most of the convicted suspects, now elderly, had already spent several years in detention following their arrests in early 2017. By the time the trial began, all defendants had been released on bail and remained out of custody throughout the proceedings.

Due to their advanced age, deteriorating health, and previous time behind bars, the French court chose not to impose additional prison time for any of those convicted. A legal source said, “Health and age factors and the fact that they have spent periods in prison already mean that none will go back inside a cell.”

'Old Omar, ''Grandpa Robbers' evade more time

Aomar Aït Khedache, known as “Old Omar,” was recognized as the ringleader and received the highest sentence of the group: eight years in prison, with five years suspended. However, authorities determined that the time he had already served fulfilled his sentence due to overlapping charges from a 2017 conviction.

Aït Khedache, age 69, suffers from multiple health issues and is also deaf, which influenced the court's decision. His lawyer, Chloé Arnoux, said the outcome shows that “justice can truly redress the situation in ways other than prison.”

Another participant, 72-year-old Yunnis Abbas, was handed a seven-year sentence with two suspended. Abbas, who later published a book titled I Kidnapped Kim Kardashian, has also served enough time to avoid returning to incarceration.

Kardashian reflects on terrifying experience

During emotional testimony delivered remotely from Los Angeles, Kardashian recalled fearing for her life as the robbery unfolded. When asked if she believed she would be killed, she responded, “Absolutely, I was certain I was going to die.”

She described the 2016 attack as “the most terrifying experience of my life,” noting it had a lasting psychological impact on both her and her family. The robbers, although not physically violent, had deeply traumatized their victim, according to statements from the court.

Despite the light sentences, Kardashian's barrister Léonor Hennerick said his client was prepared to move forward. “It’s now done, she can move on,” he said following the trial’s conclusion. He added that Kardashian believed justice had been served.

Judge weighs rehabilitation over harsh sentences

Presiding judge David De Pas acknowledged the sentences were lenient, especially compared to the prosecution's request for 10 years. Under French law, the judge had the authority to impose up to 30 years.

Explaining the decision, Judge De Pas cited the passage of nearly nine years since the attack and the defendants’ efforts at reintegration. “You rebuilt your lives and taken steps to reintegrate,” he told them in court.

He also acknowledged the permanent trauma caused, saying, “You didn’t hit anyone, you frightened them. You caused trauma, probably in a lasting way.” Nonetheless, he emphasized the likelihood that the elderly offenders would not reoffend.

Stolen riches remain missing

Much of the stolen jewelry has never been recovered. The missing items -- particularly the $4 million engagement ring -- remain a painful reminder of the violent event for Kardashian and her family.

Though she did not attend the final day of court proceedings, Kardashian followed the case from her home and released a public statement in response to the ruling. “While I’ll never forget what happened, I believe in the power of growth and accountability and pray for healing for all,” she said.

Kardashian, who recently completed her course of legal studies after six years, has committed herself to advocating for legal reform. She emphasized her continued dedication to justice in her statement, adding, “I remain committed to advocating for justice, and promoting a fair legal system.”