Summary

Dominique Pelicot, on trial in France for drugging his wife and enabling over 70 men to rape her while unconscious, has claimed a split personality caused by childhood trauma, according to his lawyer.

Béatrice Zavarro argued that Pelicot’s actions stem from a “perverse” side of his personality, shaped by witnessing abuse and experiencing sexual violence as a child.

The case, which includes 50 other defendants, has spotlighted domestic sexual violence and drug-facilitated assault.

Prosecutors seek a 20-year sentence for Pelicot, with verdicts expected by December 20.