A 27-year-old Monegasque man has been sentenced once again by the criminal court, marking his 21st conviction since 2013, following a series of incidents involving insults towards police and inappropriate behaviour in public…
The case stems from events in late January, when the defendant, reportedly under the influence of alcohol, contacted police to complain about the presence of football supporters in Monaco. During the call, he directed a series of insults at an officer. The situation escalated further when he was later seen on CCTV making obscene gestures and performing Nazi salutes, including at the time of his arrest.
As reported by Monaco Matin, the presiding judge recalled the sequence of events in detail, highlighting both the verbal abuse directed at police and the repeated gestures captured on camera. The defendant’s response during the hearing remained largely dismissive, downplaying the seriousness of his actions.
The court heard that the man has a long history of offences, with alcohol addiction repeatedly cited as a contributing factor. While he claimed that his behaviour improves when sober, magistrates expressed concern at the lack of consistent progress despite previous interventions and support measures.
The prosecution argued that incarceration remained the only viable option to protect the public, pointing to the repetitive nature of the offences. The defence, however, emphasised underlying personal difficulties and called for a more rehabilitative approach.
After deliberation, the court found the defendant guilty and sentenced him to two months in prison, with immediate return to custody.
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