Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi to stand trial for rape
French prosecutors confirm Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape, in accusations dating back to 2023.
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"The justice system looked me in the eye and said, 'If you weren't famous, there would never have been a case.'"
— Achraf Hakimi , Athlete
"I chose to remain silent for years. I believed that maintaining my dignity, being patient, and trusting in the justice system would allow the right decisions to be made."
— Achraf Hakimi , Athlete
"After more than three years of legal proceedings, and after my client was, in her view, defamed and dragged through the mud by Achraf Hakimi's defence, this decision brings her relief and hope."
— Rachel-Flore Pardo , Activist
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French prosecutors confirm Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape, in accusations dating back to 2023.
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