After 48 hours in police custody, French rapper Gims-born in the Democratic Republic of Congo and known for being France’s top-selling artist in 2025-has been formally investigated for "aggravated money laundering" and involvement in an organized gang.
Arrested upon arrival at Paris airport by the anti-fraud unit, Gims was later released under judicial supervision after posting bail. He has resided in Morocco for over a decade.
According to French prosecutors, his arrest is tied to a cross-border money-laundering investigation dating back to 2023. The National Prosecutor’s Office for Organised Crime (Pnaco) linked him to a network involving more than 2,000 companies in France.
Investigators are focusing on a luxury residential development near Marrakech, called Sunset Village Private Residences. The project, launched in 2025 with Gims as a prominent figure, includes 117 high-end villas and amenities like spas and lagoons. A company behind the venture is also under scrutiny by customs authorities.
This case highlights how high-profile individuals can become entangled in complex financial schemes, raising questions about transparency in elite real estate ventures.