Daughter of Convicted Frenchman Calls Father a "Sexual Pervert" in Shocking Interview

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Caroline Darian, the daughter of Dominique Pelicot, recently shared her harrowing experience following her father's conviction for the mass rape of his ex-wife. Pelicot was sentenced to 20 years in prison for drugging Gisele Pelicot and enabling dozens of men to assault her over more than a decade. In an interview with the BBC, Darian condemned her father, stating, "He should die in prison, he is a dangerous man."

Darian also accused her father of drugging and sexually assaulting her, a claim he has consistently denied. Her assertions came to light during a comprehensive trial, which exposed the extent of Pelicot's heinous acts. The trial, held in Avignon, France, revealed that around 50 co-defendants were implicated and received various sentences ranging from three to 15 years.

Despite the horrific nature of the case, Gisele Pelicot has been praised for her bravery in speaking out, having waived her right to a closed trial. In her statements during the interview, Darian expressed a clear disconnection from her father, referring to him as "a stranger" and emphasizing that he was aware of his actions.

As Darian prepares to narrate a documentary on the use of drugs in sexual abuse set to air in France later this month, she continues to advocate for victims who have endured similar traumas, including six others who will testify in the upcoming film.

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