Overview

• Rennes prosecutor Frédéric Teillet announced the indictment on Sunday and confirmed the suspect’s provisional detention.
• The 33-year-old victim died Friday after being hit as the driver reversed obliquely, striking her with the van’s front right.
• The 36-year-old suspect registered a high blood-alcohol level and faces a repeat driving under the influence charge.
• Prosecutors say the man shows signs of a significant alcohol addiction.
• He acknowledges performing the maneuver but denies intent, claiming he did not see the victim near the vehicle.