Lost $24K Necklace Resurfaces in Kim Kardashian Robbery Trial.
A long-lost piece of jewelry is now at the center of the trial surrounding Kim Kardashian’s traumatic 2016 Paris robbery. This week in France, court testimony revealed that a $24,000 diamond necklace — dropped during the thieves' getaway — has resurfaced and become a crucial piece of evidence in the high-profile case.
As reported by TMZ, the necklace was recovered after one of the suspects fell off his bicycle while fleeing the scene. The crash caused a bag filled with stolen jewelry to spill onto the street. A passerby, unaware of the necklace’s origin, picked it up, wore it to work, and only later realized its value before turning it over to the authorities. The revelation, shared in testimony this week, offers fresh insight into how the $10 million heist unfolded — and how some of the missing jewelry began reappearing shortly afterward.
The robbery, which made international headlines, occurred during Paris Fashion Week in October 2016. Kim Kardashian, staying at a luxury hotel, was targeted by a group of seasoned criminals who posed as police officers to gain entry to her private suite. Once inside, they tied her up at gunpoint and locked her in the bathroom while they ransacked her jewelry box. The stolen collection included several high-value items, most notably a $4 million diamond engagement ring gifted by Kanye West.
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Ten suspects are currently standing trial in connection with the crime, including 68-year-old Yunice Abbas. Abbas has admitted to participating in the robbery and later co-authored a memoir titled I Kidnapped Kim Kardashian, in which he recounts the night’s events. “I regret my role in the crime,” Abbas has stated. However, prosecutors have condemned the book for glamorizing the attack, arguing that it reflects the suspects’ continued lack of remorse.
Dubbed the “Grandpa Robbers” due to their advanced ages, the group was eventually apprehended through a combination of security footage, forensic evidence, and wiretaps. Their elaborate plan, which involved disguises, surveillance, and inside knowledge of Kim’s location and routine, has been dissected in detail throughout the proceedings. The trial is expected to run through late May and promises to reveal more about how the robbery was orchestrated — and how it ultimately unraveled.
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Despite the theft, Kardashian has continued to rise professionally and personally. Now a billionaire, her fortune is largely built on her successful SKKN skincare line and Skims shapewear brand. However, she has spoken openly about how the robbery deeply affected her. In multiple interviews, Kim has said the experience changed her outlook on fame, privacy, and security. “It made me reevaluate everything,” she explained, noting that she became much more private and cautious in its aftermath.
Still, signs of recovery and renewed confidence are visible. Earlier this month, Kardashian was spotted vacationing on the beach, sporting diamond anklets reportedly worth $50,000 — a quiet but powerful symbol that she is reclaiming her comfort with luxury, even as justice plays out. Kim is expected to testify in the trial on May 13, offering her own account of the night that changed her life.
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Kim Kardashian’s 2016 Paris robbery was a life-altering event, but in the years since, she has emerged stronger, more focused, and more empowered than ever. Rather than retreating from public life, she transformed adversity into purpose — growing her brands, building her wealth, and advocating for safety and justice.
The return of her stolen necklace is symbolic: a small piece of what was lost now restored. As she prepares to face her assailants in court, Kim continues to inspire by showing that strength isn’t just about what you own, but how you rise after being shaken.
