French singer and actor Patrick Bruel has been formally charged in Nanterre and faces a judicial investigation for rape, attempted rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment. The case concerns suspicions against the 67-year-old artist which, according to available information, involve multiple women and span the years 2010 to 2019. HVG ↗
After 48 hours of police custody, the prosecutor's office requested the opening of a judicial investigation, the filing of charges, and Bruel's placement in pretrial detention. The singer was subsequently to be brought before three investigating judges. According to published information, the main part of the proceedings concerns alleged attacks on nine injured parties. Le Figaro ↗
Further filings have also appeared in the broader case file. Media report that more than 20 women have come forward with accusations, with some claims reportedly dating back to the 1990s. Thirteen additional proceedings, which according to available information are time-barred, have been attached to the opened judicial investigation. Bruel denies all the accusations. NOS ↗
The case has prompted reactions from both the public and individuals involved in the proceedings. Presenter Flavie Flament, who is among the complainants, said after his appearance before the judges that she felt calm. Further developments will depend on the decisions of the investigating judges and on whether the court grants the prosecutor's request for pretrial detention. The Guardian ↗
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