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French Woman Testifies Against Husband Accused of Orchestrating Decade-Long Abuse

Gisèle Pélicot recounts horrific details of alleged rapes by dozens of men invited by her husband while she was drugged.

  • Gisèle Pélicot, 72, testified in an Avignon court about the alleged decade-long abuse by her husband, Dominique Pélicot.
  • Dominique Pélicot and 50 other men face charges of aggravated rape, with the trial expected to last four months.
  • Police uncovered thousands of images and videos documenting the alleged assaults, leading to the identification of multiple suspects.
  • Gisèle Pélicot waived her anonymity to raise awareness and support other victims of sexual violence.
  • The trial has drawn significant public attention, with Gisèle emphasizing the importance of holding it in open court.
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