Arié Alimi

Arié Alimi is a lawyer and a member of the Ligue des droits de l'homme (Human Rights League). He is currently newsworthy due to his public statements regarding racism and police misconduct. Recently, he criticized the French news channel CNews, arguing that its broadcasting license should be reconsidered by the Arcom (French regulatory authority for media) due to the spread of racist rhetoric, specifically citing comments made about the new mayor of Saint-Denis, Bally Bagayoko. Separately, Alimi's work as a lawyer is highlighted in a case involving police violence in Noisy-le-Grand in 2021. The case resulted in the conviction of two police officers, who received suspended prison sentences. The existence of video evidence contradicting the officers' initial statements played a crucial role in the court's decision. Alimi's involvement in these cases underscores his commitment to addressing issues of racism and police brutality within French society.