Women's Foundation Criticizes Delay in Christian Negre Case Justice Process
In a recent statement, the Women's Foundation has denounced a perceived "two-speed justice" in the ongoing Christian Nègre affair, a case that first came to light in 2019. The former high-ranking official at the Ministry of Culture is accused of chemical submission and photographing or intoxicating over 200 women without their knowledge, spanning nearly ten years.
The investigation into this serious matter involves two examining magistrates, yet the judicial information regarding Nègre's case has not been concluded nearly six years after it was opened. This slow progress has left many victims feeling abandoned by the judicial institution, according to the Women's Foundation, which supports 30 of these women.
The Foundation points out that the opacity of the procedure and the total lack of information aggravate the suffering of the victims. They claim that the majority of victims have only been able to be heard by judicial police officers due to lack of time and resources for the examining magistrate to receive them individually.
The Women's Foundation, an organization that supports women who are victims of violence and discrimination, regrets that victims who are encouraged to file a complaint suffer the shortcomings of the judicial system. They are concerned about the impact this delay may have on the victims' healing process and the message it sends about accountability for such actions.
The case of Christian Nègre, who was charged and placed under judicial control in October 2019, serves as a reminder of the complexities involved in investigations involving high-ranking officials. Factors such as influence and power, the complexity of cases, and legal procedures can contribute to delays in these investigations.
Despite the State's recognition of the magnitude of the phenomenon of chemical submission and the need for a strong penal response, the Foundation expresses despair over ever seeing Christian Nègre judged. They call for increased transparency and swift action to bring justice to the victims and ensure that such incidents are prevented in the future.
The Women's Foundation calls for increased transparency and swift action in the Christian Nègre case, amid concerns about the slow progress of the investigation and its impact on the victims' healing process. This delay, according to the Foundation, raises questions about accountability for such actions and highlights the complexities involved in investigations involving high-ranking officials. Moreover, the Foundation urges general news outlets to cover this story, raising awareness about the importance of addressing issues related to women's health, sexual health, and mental health, as well as crime and justice. The science and health-and-wellness communities may also have a role to play in supporting the victims and providing resources for their recovery. Finally, the Foundation suggests that political leaders can contribute to the resolution of this case by ensuring that justice is not influenced by power and that all victims are treated equally, marking a step towards achieving equity in the realm of 'politics' and 'women's health'.
