Jonathann Daval Faces Final Civil Trial Over False Accusations Against In-Laws

The Besançon court revisits claims for moral damages stemming from Daval's six-month campaign of false denunciation prior to his confession to murdering his wife, Alexia.

Jonathann Daval, serving a 25-year sentence for the 2017 murder of his wife Alexia, is now undergoing a final civil trial in Besançon.
The trial focuses on Daval's false accusations against his in-laws, including his brother-in-law Grégory Gay, which lasted for nearly six months in 2018.
The in-laws are seeking recognition of Daval's civil fault and compensation for the moral harm caused by his wrongful allegations.
This civil proceeding follows Daval's 2024 acquittal in a previous trial on the same false denunciation charges.
The case, marked by Daval's duplicity and manipulation, has captivated public attention since Alexia's murder and continues to raise questions about accountability and justice.