Joël Le Scouarnec Trial Reveals Harrowing Accounts of Abuse from 299 Victims

The former surgeon faces charges of sexual assault and rape spanning decades, with testimony uncovering systemic failures to stop his crimes.

Joël Le Scouarnec, a former surgeon, is on trial for 299 counts of sexual assault and aggravated rape, primarily targeting children during his medical career.
The court heard testimony from Alexandra, his niece and first known victim, who described years of abuse starting when she was five years old, though her claims are now legally prescribed.
Le Scouarnec has admitted to many of the charges, acknowledging his actions as rape, but claims he does not remember specific incidents.
Victims and witnesses have highlighted systemic failures, including ignored warnings and missed opportunities to stop Le Scouarnec, despite evidence of his predatory behavior.
The trial is shedding light on what is considered one of France's largest pedocriminality cases, with calls for accountability and justice for the victims.