20 Years for 299 Victims: Outrage Over Le Scouarnec Sentence

Vannes, France – A French court sentenced Joel Le Scouarnec, a former surgeon, to 20 years in prison for sexually assaulting 299 young patients. The verdict, reached after a three-month trial, has sparked outrage among victims and their families due to the absence of a post-sentence security measure. "This verdict doesn't close anything," stated Manon Lemoine, spokesperson for the victims' collective. "It should be a start; never again." Another victim, Amelie Leveque, expressed her fear for those who might encounter Le Scouarnec after his release. Despite the maximum sentence, the lack of further measures leaves victims feeling deeply unsatisfied. Le Scouarnec's lawyer has confirmed that he will not appeal the decision. However, a new investigation is underway, aiming to identify further victims mentioned in Le Scouarnec's personal journals.