Four men charged in France 'libertine' gang rape case
Briefly

A French magistrate has charged four men in connection with alleged gang rapes involving torture that span over a decade. The main suspect, a 56-year-old maintenance worker, allegedly coerced multiple partners into sexual violence during encounters in swinging clubs and other locations around Bordeaux. The case came to light when a former partner reported incidents to the police in 2023. Five victims aged 45 to 67 have described being subjected to violent and manipulative sexual encounters. Although the suspect admits the acts, he claims they were consensual, raising questions about consent in libertine practices.
The prosecutor's office said charges were pressed against four men aged 40 to 57, with allegations spanning from 2011 to 2024 involving gang rapes and torture.
The former partner of the suspect reported a series of gang rapes involving manipulation and coercion, with lack of consent being a key focus in the evidence.
Despite acknowledging the acts, the maintenance worker claims the involved women were consenting, presenting a defense rooted in the context of consensual sexual practices.
Investigations revealed clear evidence of abuse, as multiple victims came forward detailing their experiences, highlighting a disturbing pattern of manipulation and violence.
Read at The Local France
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