A French court sentenced Dominique Pelicot to 20 years for drugging and orchestrating the rapes of his ex-wife. Over 20 men were also found guilty. Pelicot drugged Gisèle for years and invited men to assault her. He also filmed the crimes. Police found evidence suggesting Pelicot abused his daughter. Gisèle's bravery has made her a symbol for survivors.
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