Third Minor Indicted in Brutal Murder of Philippe Coopman

Key Details from the Investigation

• Date of Press Release: Wednesday, April 24
• Location: Dunkirk, France
• Victim: Philippe Coopman, 22 years old
• Incident Date: Night of April 15 to 16

Background of the Case

Philippe Coopman was fatally beaten in a parking lot in Grande-Synthe, a suburb in the North of France. The attack was allegedly set up through the free dating site Coco. Philippe was found severely injured and later succumbed to his injuries.

Recent Developments

A 15-year-old minor, cousin to one of the previously indicted suspects, has also been indicted for murder with ambush and placed in pre-trial detention. This follows the indictment and detention of two other minors, aged 14 and 15, earlier in the investigation.

Circumstances Leading to the Third Indictment

The newly indicted teenager was discovered naked and injured in the streets of Grande-Synthe on the night of April 19 to 20. He reported being attacked by two hooded individuals and was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. This incident occurred shortly after the lynching of Philippe Coopman.

Ongoing Investigation

The Dunkirk public prosecutor's office has opened a judicial investigation for "intentional violence in meetings leading to incapacity for work for more than 8 days." The case continues to develop as authorities piece together the events leading to Philippe's death and the involvement of the indicted minors.