Dominique Pelicot
French Rape Trial: Gisele Pelicot Confronts Defendant Who Denies Assaulting Her Despite Video Evidence
Oct 08, 2025 07:37 pm CST
In a high-profile French rape case, 72-year-old Gisele Pelicot confronted defendant Husamettin Dogan who continues to deny assaulting her despite extensive video evidence. Pelicot, whose husband admitted to drugging her and inviting dozens of strangers to rape her over nearly a decade, firmly stated she "never" consented to any sexual acts with Dogan. The case has gained international attention as Pelicot has become a symbol in the fight against sexual violence, emphasizing that perpetrators, not victims, should bear the shame.
Gisele Pelicot: French Survivor Returns to Court as Appeal Trial Begins in Drugged Rape Case
Oct 06, 2025 04:07 pm CST
The 72-year-old feminist icon Gisele Pelicot returns to a French courtroom for an appeal trial after her ex-husband facilitated her rape by dozens of strangers while drugged. Following the conviction of 51 men in December 2024, a single defendant's appeal forces Pelicot to relive her trauma as she continues her dignified fight against sexual violence.