French prosecutors investigate racist abuse of Kylian Mbappé by Paraguayan senator
Summary
French prosecutors have started an investigation into racist comments made by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla against French football player Kylian Mbappé after a World Cup match. The senator’s social media posts insulted Mbappé based on his race, and France’s Football Federation filed a complaint that led to the inquiry.Key Facts
- The investigation was opened by Paris prosecutors following a complaint from the French Football Federation.
- Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla posted racist insults about Mbappé, calling him a “colonised Cameroonian” and a “brute.”
- Mbappé responded by condemning Amarilla’s remarks and saying she did not represent Paraguay.
- The Paris prosecutor’s office said the racist comments could result in up to one year in prison and a fine of 45,000 euros.
- Amarilla later posted an open letter blaming Mbappé for her anger and demanded he apologize to her.
- The Paraguayan government stated that Amarilla’s comments did not represent the country’s views.
- French President Emmanuel Macron and Paraguay’s President Santiago Peña publicly condemned the racist remarks.
- France’s assistant coach described the senator’s attack as “disgraceful, vile, outrageous.”
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