Overview

• Tessier, 34, was found dead in Rennes during the night of July 8–9 and died shortly after being taken to CHU de Rennes
• Prosecutors in Rennes have opened an investigation into his death, with early findings indicating suicide
• Since 2021, he had served as one of two defense lawyers for ex-surgeon Joël Le Scouarnec, in a trial lasting nearly four months and attended by around 750 people
• Colleagues at the Rennes Bar and his associate Catherine Glon praised his brilliance, deep humanity and unwavering commitment to justice
• The collective of Le Scouarnec victims also honored his kindness at trial while prompting calls for better mental health support for lawyers in intense criminal cases