Overview
- The trial of Halima El Bakhti and Ahmed Touloub began on Nov. 2, 2026, in the cour d'assises du Loir-et-Cher on charges of torture and barbarity causing the death of their daughter.
- Autopsy and expert evidence presented at the hearing described about 20 bite marks, multiple fractures, torn nipples, and a death linked to blood loss from biting and beating.
- The 72-year-old mother repeatedly told the court she cannot remember the events, appeared confused during questioning, and expressed remorse and fear of dying in prison.
- The 74-year-old father acknowledged seeing some of the violence, said he was afraid and did not intervene, and his lawyers cited his age and memory loss in his defense.
- The case was reopened after DNA identified the victim as Inass in 2018, both defendants face possible life sentences if convicted, and the court does not expect a verdict before Tuesday.