BBC Europe • June 5, 2026 11:32

Fury in France after child murder suspect's criminal record released

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A man suspected of murdering an 11-year-old girl had previously been identified as a potential child molester, records show.

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France questions judicial system after girl's suspected murder

France's government was on Friday assessing possible judicial failings, after allegations investigators could have prevented a 11-year-old girl's disappearance by better dealing with previous sexual abuse complaints. Incomprehension has grown …

21:05

'Judicial system should believe victims first', activist says as body found in missing girl case

Outrage has erupted in France after it emerged the main suspect in the case of an 11-year-old girl missing since last week had been repeatedly accused of sexually abusing children …

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16:26

Uproar in France as it emerges suspect in case of missing girl had rape allegations dismissed

Interior minister announces review into handling of the cases after body reportedly found in search for 11-year-oldOutrage has erupted in France after it emerged the main suspect in the case …