Investigation reopened into death of minister Robert Boulin after 50 years

The appellate court division reopened the investigation into the death of Robert Boulin, French minister who died in 1973, for "arrest, kidnapping and detention.".

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This reopening comes nearly five decades after the events, based on new evidence or unresolved questions.

The historical case could lead to new judicial conclusions regarding the circumstances of his death.

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