The Disturbing Case of Dominique Pelicot: A Serial Rapist’s Double Life
Dominique Pelicot, a 68-year-old retired electrician from France, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for orchestrating the drugging and mass rape of his wife, Gisele. Throughout a four-month trial that shocked the nation, Pelicot appeared confident, often displaying traits typical of an antisocial personality disorder, even as he faced allegations of previous violent crimes. Experts highlight a disturbing divide in his personality, categorizing him as a calculating predator, while Gisele’s bravery in testifying inspired many. Investigations into Pelicot’s past continue, revealing potential links to earlier assaults.