Overview
- At the Paris correctional court, Cerutti acknowledged biting a colleague in 2015–2016 but denied any sexual intent, calling it a juvenile team ritual.
- The plaintiff, former Chérie FM standardist Caroline Barel, presented a photo of a large hematoma and described lasting psychological harm requiring treatment.
- Witness accounts collected during the investigation depict recurring biting behavior within the team, with one saying “he bit 90% of the staff.”
- The prosecution argued the acts carried an obvious sexual character and sought a punitive sentence, while the defense questioned consent and the nature of the conduct.
- The court set its decision for Wednesday, February 4, after a hearing that revisited Cerutti’s 2023 formal investigation and conflicting reports about potential penalties.