Former Surgeon Joël Le Scouarnec Admits to Sexual Abuse of Granddaughter During Trial

The high-profile trial in Vannes reveals harrowing details of crimes against 300 victims, with the accused confessing to previously undisclosed abuse of his granddaughter.

Joël Le Scouarnec, a former surgeon, is on trial in Vannes for sexual violence against 300 victims, many of whom were minors, with 184 direct victims participating as civil parties.
During testimony, Le Scouarnec admitted for the first time to sexually abusing his granddaughter, a revelation that shocked the courtroom and his family.
The trial has exposed extensive evidence, including detailed journals, explicit files, and items seized during investigations, documenting decades of abuse.
The courtroom setup, featuring live video feeds to accommodate the large number of participants and observers, has drawn criticism from victims' representatives for technical and emotional challenges.
The trial is expected to last four months, with ongoing testimony from victims, family members, and investigators shedding light on the scale of abuse and its impact.

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