51 Found Guilty in Historic Mazan Sexual Assault Trial
A four-month trial in Avignon concludes with all accused convicted, drawing global attention and emotional responses from victims, families, and activists.
- The court in Avignon found all 51 accused guilty of sexual assault in a landmark trial that lasted nearly four months.
- Victims and activists, including feminist groups like the Amazones d’Avignon, expressed both relief and continued frustration over the judicial process.
- The courtroom was surrounded by heightened security, with hundreds of journalists and protesters gathered throughout the day.
- Families of the convicted faced emotional strain, with many struggling to reconcile the verdict with their personal relationships.
- The trial has been described as a pivotal moment in addressing systemic issues surrounding sexual violence and justice in France.
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