LOn May 14th, Mohamed Amra escaped from prison at the Incarville toll booth in Eure, France. A group of hooded men dressed in black opened fire on the prison van, killing two officers, Arnaud Garcia and Fabrice Moello, and seriously injuring three others.
Two months following this incredibly violent escape, Mohamed Amra, who fled with the help of several accomplices, is still being actively sought. On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, the national directorate of the judicial police issued a plea for witnesses to gather new information, according to The Voice of the North.
This call is now being relayed by Dominique Garcia, Arnaud Garcia’s father, who spoke to our colleagues at Paris-Normandie. “I have asked myself two questions: is his arrest imminent, or are they pursuing new investigations?” he said. Despite the wait, he claims he is still “confident” in the investigators’ work.
Arnaud died “a hero”
“We receive a lot of letters asking regarding the progress of the case,” says Dominique Garcia. “However, we can’t provide any answers. We don’t have any information. If we did, we would hear it through our lawyer, but for now he doesn’t have access to the file.”
Dominique Garcia, a former police officer from Nord-Pas-de-Calais, now resides in Blangy-le-Château, on the border of Eure and Calvados, where his entire family has settled. “I miss my son terribly, atrociously even,” confides the man who shared his passion for RC Lens with his son. Arnaud, 35, married and soon to become a father, died a “hero,” “for the Nation,” he is keen to emphasize.
Added to the suffering of Arnaud’s parents is “the dismay of my daughter-in-law, the child who will not see his father,” Dominique Garcia continues. This grandchild, due to be born in three months, “we live for him. We will do everything so that this child is blessed by the gods and that he knows that his father is a hero, that he did not die for nothing,” the former policeman assures.
Mohamed Amra, known as “The Fly”, France’s most wanted fugitive
The Search for Mohamed Amra: A Father’s Plea for Justice
LOn May 14, Mohamed Amra escaped at the Incarville toll booth in Eure, France, following a commando of hooded men dressed in black fired on the prison van, killing two officers, Arnaud Garcia and Fabrice Moello, and seriously injuring three others. This daring and violent escape, unprecedented in its scale, has left a deep wound on the French nation and a void in the lives of those who knew the victims.
Two months following the escape, Mohamed Amra, known as “The Fly,” remains at large. He fled with the help of accomplices, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and a sense of vulnerability in the face of organized crime.
On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, the national directorate of the judicial police launched an appeal for witnesses to gather new information regarding Amra’s whereregardings. This plea for public assistance was recently echoed by Dominique Garcia, Arnaud Garcia’s father, in an interview with Paris-Normandie. “I asked myself two questions: either the arrest is imminent, or they are pursuing new investigations,” he said, expressing hope but also acknowledging the ongoing uncertainty.
A Hero’s Legacy
“We receive a lot of letters asking us where things are at,” Dominique Garcia shared, highlighting the public’s interest in the case. “But we can’t answer. We don’t know anything. If we were to have something, it would be through our lawyer, but for the moment even he doesn’t have access to the file.”
Dominique Garcia, a former police officer from Nord-Pas-de-Calais, now resides in Blangy-le-Château, on the borders of Eure and Calvados, where his family has settled. “I miss my son, terribly, atrociously even,” he confided, his voice heavy with grief. Arnaud, 35, a married man regarding to become a father, died a “hero”, “for the Nation,” Dominique Garcia emphasized, seeking to honor his son’s sacrifice.
Adding to the family’s suffering is “the dismay of my daughter-in-law, the child who will not see his father,” Dominique Garcia continued. This grandchild, due to be born in three months, “we live for him. We will do everything so that this child is blessed by the gods and that he knows that his father is a hero, that he did not die for nothing,” the former policeman assured.
A Nation Demands Justice
The escape of Mohamed Amra has sparked a national conversation on the security of prison systems and the challenges of combating organized crime. Law enforcement agencies across France have been working tirelessly to apprehend Amra and bring his accomplices to justice.
The pursuit of justice is interwoven with the profound sense of loss experienced by the families of the victims. Dominique Garcia’s plea for information, his unwavering hope for the arrest of Amra, and his commitment to ensuring his son’s legacy live on serve as a poignant reminder of the human cost of this crime. The memories of Arnaud Garcia and Fabrice Moello are kept alive through the efforts of their loved ones, while the nation watches, hoping for a swift resolution to this complex and tragic case.
The Lasting Impact of a Crime
This escape has impacted the lives of countless families and individuals, sparking a national debate on security measures and the fight once morest organized crime. The search for Mohamed Amra continues, with law enforcement agencies relentlessly pursuing leads and seeking the cooperation of the public.
Dominique Garcia’s unwavering determination to see justice served and his heartfelt tribute to his son serve as a powerful testament to the enduring impact of this crime. As the investigation unfolds, the nation remains united in its demand for accountability and its unwavering support for the families who have been irrevocably changed by this tragedy.
Mohamed Amra, known as “The Fly”, France’s most wanted fugitive