Rapper and singer Gims was taken into custody on Wednesday as part of an investigation into alleged organized money laundering.
The artist was arrested at the airport upon his return from Morocco. He is being questioned as part of a judicial warrant issued by investigating judges, indicating that the investigation is already at an advanced stage. At this point, the judicial authorities have not released any specific details about the alleged offenses or the exact role Gims might play in this case.
A procedure overseen by the anti-organized crime prosecutor's office
Officially established in early 2026, the National Prosecutor's Office for the Fight Against Organized Crime is responsible for handling the most complex cases of structured crime, particularly financial cases involving money laundering. The Ministry of Justice specifies that this specialized jurisdiction handles large-scale cases, often linked to organized or transnational networks.
No charges have been announced at this stage.
The artist's lawyer, David-Olivier Kaminski, declined to make an immediate statement.
Gims, a setback in his prime?
This scandal erupts while Gims is among the most popular artists in France. According to data from the National Syndicate of Phonographic Publishing, he topped the album sales charts in 2025, confirming his status as a key figure in the French-speaking music scene.
He is presumed innocent to this day.
