Trial of Mounir Boutaa Reveals Harrowing Evidence of Premeditated Murder

As testimonies and evidence mount, the ongoing trial sheds light on systemic failures in protecting domestic violence victims and Boutaa's lack of remorse.

Mounir Boutaa is accused of the premeditated murder of his ex-wife, Chahinez Daoud, whom he shot and burned alive in Mérignac, France, in 2021.
Testimonies and evidence, including a modified surveillance van and the acquisition of incendiary materials, underline the calculated nature of the crime.
Boutaa denies responsibility, claiming to be the victim of a conspiracy, and has shown no remorse, stating he feels no guilt for his actions.
The trial has highlighted systemic failures, as Chahinez repeatedly sought police protection from abuse but was left unprotected, culminating in her death.
The case has reignited national outrage over femicides in France, with calls for urgent reforms to address domestic violence and improve victim protections.