Verdict Expected in Shocking Rape Trial of Dominique Pelicot in France
The trial of Dominique Pelicot, who drugged his wife Gisele Pelicot for nearly a decade to facilitate her rape by strangers, has adjourned for deliberations, with a verdict expected soon. Gisele Pelicot has emerged as a feminist symbol for her bravery in confronting her aggressors. Prosecutors are seeking a maximum 20-year sentence for Dominique Pelicot, with additional penalties for the other defendants involved in the case. The trial has generated significant public outrage and support for Gisele, who received applause as she left the courthouse.