Former French football star and ex-UEFA president Michel Platini has fallen victim to an early morning burglary at his home near Marseille, resulting in the theft of several irreplaceable items from his legendary career.
The break-in occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m. on Friday at Platini’s residence in the Bouches-du-Rhône region. According to French outlet RTL, the 69 year old was awakened by an unusual noise coming from his garden. Upon investigating, he was confronted by a masked intruder dressed in black at his patio door.
Startled, the intruder immediately fled the scene before anything could escalate further. Platini, unharmed but visibly shaken, soon discovered signs of forced entry on the property, particularly in a garden shed where he stored a number of personal trophies and medals.
An estimated 20 pieces of memorabilia are believed to have been taken. While the full value of the stolen items is yet to be determined, the sentimental loss to the football legend is immeasurable.
Platini promptly contacted authorities following the incident. The Marseille prosecutor’s office has confirmed that an investigation into aggravated burglary is now underway, with local gendarmes handling the case.
The burglary has sparked concern among fans and the sporting community, as many view Platini’s memorabilia as iconic artefacts of European football history.
No arrests have been made as of yet.
