Harassment Investigation Against Former French Soccer Chief Noël Le Graët Dropped

French prosecutors ended the probe into Le Graët, citing insufficient evidence, following his resignation amid allegations of inappropriate behavior.

The investigation into Noël Le Graët, former president of the French Football Federation, was closed on October 17 due to insufficient evidence.
Le Graët resigned in February 2023 after a government audit criticized his behavior towards women and questioned his leadership legitimacy.
His lawyer praised the decision, stating that the accusations were unfounded and the investigation upheld Le Graët's integrity.
A libel case filed by Le Graët against former Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra, accusing her of misrepresenting the audit report, is set for December.
Despite relief at the investigation's closure, Le Graët expressed lingering anger over the ordeal and maintained his innocence.