Moroccan artist Bachir Abdou spoke out in support of his son, singer Saad Lamjarred, following the 10-year prison sentence issued against him in France.
The appeals court in Créteil, southeast of Paris, sentenced Lamjarred to 10 years in prison on September 26, 2026, with an order for his immediate imprisonment, following his conviction in a case dating back to 2016.
What Did Saad Lamjarred’s Father Say?
Bachir Abdou expressed his rejection of the ruling in a social media post and called for support for his son during the legal crisis.
According to reports quoting his statement, Abdou described his son as wrongfully treated and said the ruling was issued despite what he characterized as evidence presented by the defense before the court and prosecution.
The singer’s father has continued to express the family’s position regarding the case and its disagreement with the court’s decision.
The claims and allegations made by Lamjarred’s father and family represent their stated position on the case and, by themselves, do not constitute judicial findings of fact.
Saad Lamjarred’s Wife Comments on the Ruling
Ghita Alaki, Saad Lamjarred’s wife, also addressed the ruling, expressing her continued support for her husband and disputing the basis of the conviction.
In a social media post, she said her husband had been sentenced to 10 years in prison for a crime that, according to her account, he did not commit.
She also said that the family had cooperated with the judicial process for years and provided evidence when requested, adding that Lamjarred had complied with the conditions imposed on him and remained under judicial supervision for an extended period.
Ghita Alaki Says the Family Trusted the Justice System
Alaki stated that her husband had been permitted to travel and returned each time, describing this from her perspective as evidence of his respect for the law and trust in the justice system.
She also discussed the pressure experienced by the family throughout the case and reaffirmed her support for her husband.
Recent reports indicate that Lamjarred’s defense team intends to challenge the ruling before France’s Court of Cassation, meaning the legal process is set to continue.
Details of Saad Lamjarred’s Sentence
The case dates back to 2016, when a French woman accused Saad Lamjarred of assaulting her at a hotel in Paris.
In 2023, a Paris criminal court sentenced the Moroccan singer to six years in prison. Lamjarred appealed, leading to a retrial before the appeals criminal court in Créteil.
During the appeal proceedings, prosecutors requested an eight-year prison sentence, but the court ultimately imposed a 10-year sentence and ordered Lamjarred’s imprisonment.
Lamjarred continues to deny the allegations, while his defense team has announced plans to challenge the ruling before France’s Court of Cassation.
What did Saad Lamjarred’s father say after the ruling?
Bachir Abdou rejected the ruling and reaffirmed his support for his son, maintaining that the family believes Saad Lamjarred was wrongfully convicted.
How many years was Saad Lamjarred sentenced to?
The appeals criminal court in Créteil sentenced Saad Lamjarred to 10 years in prison.
What did Saad Lamjarred’s wife say about the ruling?
Ghita Alaki reaffirmed her support for her husband and disputed the ruling, saying that the family had provided evidence throughout the case.
Is Saad Lamjarred’s legal case over?
According to reports following the ruling, Lamjarred’s defense team plans to challenge the decision before France’s Court of Cassation, so the legal process continues.
