Patrick Bruel Faces Multiple Sexual Violence Investigations
Four investigations are underway in France and Belgium against singer Patrick Bruel, accused by around thirty women of sexual violence spanning nearly thirty years. The case raises questions about criminal prescription regarding old accusations.
Key facts
- Four investigations are open in France and Belgium.
- Patrick Bruel is accused by around thirty women.
- Accusations span nearly thirty years of sexual violence.
- The case raises prescription issues for old accusations.
Entities
Artists
- Patrick Bruel
- Flavie Flament
- Gérard Depardieu
Institutions
- Paris prosecutor's office
- Mediapart
- Agence France-Presse
Locations
- France
- Belgium
- Brussels
- Paris
- Switzerland
- Canada