Emmanuel Abayisenga

Emmanuel Abayisenga is a Rwandan national who was sentenced to thirty years in prison for the murder of Father Olivier Maire in August 2021. His trial revealed his troubled past, including allegations of having been an asylum seeker in France and a history of criminal behavior, notably the arson of Nantes Cathedral. Despite claims of mental health issues, the court found him fully responsible for his actions, leading to a significant prison sentence.