Pelicot Rape Trial Exposes Dark Realities of French Society
In a high-profile trial in Avignon, France, Dominique Pelicot faces charges of drugging his wife, Gisèle, and facilitating her rape by 50 men over a decade. His daughter, Caroline Darian, accused him of also abusing her, leading to a tense courtroom exchange. Pelicot admitted to drugging his wife but denied abusing his daughter. The trial, described as historic, has seen Gisèle waive her anonymity to bring attention to her ordeal, with her lawyers urging for severe sentences for the defendants. A verdict is expected on December 20.