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Serial Killer's Widow on Trial for Involvement in Three Murders

Joanna Parrish's father delivers emotional testimony as Monique Olivier faces charges for her role in the killings.

Overview

  • Monique Olivier, the ex-wife of French serial killer Michel Fourniret, is currently on trial for her involvement in the murders of British student Joanna Parrish, Marie-Angèle Domèce, and nine-year-old Estelle Mouzin.
  • Joanna Parrish's father, Roger Parrish, gave an emotional testimony in court, describing the devastating impact of his daughter's murder on their family.
  • Michel Fourniret, who was convicted of killing seven women, was charged with the three additional murders in 2018 but died before he could be brought to trial.
  • Monique Olivier admitted to being involved in the killings of Joanna Parrish and Marie-Angèle Domèce between 2004 and 2008 but later retracted her statement.
  • The trial continues amid criticism of the French justice system for its handling of the case.