Ex-Olympic swim champion Agnel to appear in French court for alleged rape
Briefly

The public prosecutor's office is moving forward with charges against swimmer Yannick Agnel for rape and sexual assault of a minor under 15, alleged to have occurred while he was a trainer. The judge is expected to make a decision soon regarding the case's dismissal or referral to court. Agnel has maintained that the interaction was consensual. The investigation, initiated after a complaint in 2021, has drawn significant media attention due to Agnel's previous success as an Olympic swimmer.
The investigating judge must issue their final order before the end of April, determining whether to dismiss the case or refer it to court.
Agnel has always insisted the relationship was consensual and loving, despite being accused of rape and sexual assault due to the victim's age.
Read at The Local France
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