51 Men Stand Trial in French Mass Rape Case

Dominique Pelicot allegedly drugged his wife for nearly a decade, inviting strangers to rape her while he filmed the acts.

Dominique Pelicot, 72, is accused of drugging his wife, Gisèle Pelicot, and orchestrating her rape by dozens of men over a 10-year period.
Investigators identified 72 men from videos and photos, leading to the arrest and trial of 51 defendants in Avignon.
Gisèle Pelicot, who chose to waive her right to anonymity, has become a symbol of resilience and has highlighted the pervasive issue of rape.
The defendants come from various backgrounds, including a firefighter, journalist, and prison guard, with ages ranging from 22 to 67.
The trial has revealed that many of the men involved did not report the crimes, and some even claimed ignorance or consent from the husband.