Joël Le Scouarnec, a former French surgeon, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the rape and sexual assault of 299 individuals, mostly minors. The trial in Vannes marked France's largest child abuse case, with victims as young as 6 years old. While already serving a 15-year sentence for separate offenses, Le Scouarnec admitted to the assaults taking place over 25 years. His confessions included responsibility for two deaths linked to his crimes. The case raises serious concerns regarding accountability and safety in healthcare settings.
"They are no longer here because of me," Le Scouarnec said, reflecting on the tragic impact of his actions that led to the deaths of two victims.
Prosecutor Stéphane Kellenberger characterized Le Scouarnec as "the devil," underscoring the heinous nature of his crimes against vulnerable individuals.
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