Eight convicted over beheading of teacher Samuel Paty in Paris
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Families of the accused reacted strongly as the verdict was delivered. There were gasps, cries, shouts, and even ironic clapping, indicating the charged atmosphere in the courtroom.
Prosecutors requested sentences ranging from 18 months to 16 years in prison for the defendants, emphasizing the controversial nature of the plea deals that drew ire from Samuel Paty's family.
Paty's sister, Mickaelle, expressed deep disappointment with the court's leniency towards the defendants, highlighting her family's feelings of fighting for nothing in this tragic context.
The trial concluded with several defendants being acquitted of serious charges, which raised concerns about the adequacy of justice delivered in light of the crime committed.
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