French Daycare Worker Sentenced to 25 Years for Baby's Death from Drain Cleaner

Myriam Jaouen was convicted of 'torture and barbarism resulting in death' but without intent to kill, leaving the victim's parents deeply dissatisfied.

• Myriam Jaouen, a former daycare worker in Lyon, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for pouring drain cleaner into baby Lisa's mouth in 2022.
• The court found Jaouen guilty of 'torture and barbarism resulting in death,' ruling there was no intent to kill despite her admission of the act.
• Prosecutors described Jaouen's actions as deliberate and cowardly, noting her failure to seek help and her disposal of evidence after the incident.
• Lisa's parents expressed profound disappointment with the verdict, feeling justice was not fully served and questioning the lack of a murder conviction.
• The case has reignited scrutiny of France's private daycare sector, with ongoing investigations into systemic safety and regulatory issues.

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