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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Namita Singh

Man who drugged his wife in mass rape case should be jailed for 20 years, French prosecutors say

French prosecutors have sought a 20-year prison term for Dominique Pelicot, accusing him of facilitating the mass rape of his wife Gisele Pelicot by dozens of men, drugging her unconscious, and sharing pictures and videos of her sexual assault.

The case, which has drawn significant public attention, is nearing its conclusion after nearly three months of hearings in Avignon.

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