Murder of Lyhanna, 11, enrages France and turns up heat on government
Protesters are angry that the suspect had already been reported to police last August in a separate case.
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"What is missing in this story is not a new law; it's not more money; it's not better IT. It's the need to prioritise allegations of rape."
— Gérald Darmanin , Politician
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Gérald Darmanin is the Justice Minister of France and a senior member of the government.
Jérôme Barella is the alleged killer of 11-year-old Lyhanna and has a history of sexual abuse allegations.
Sébastien Lecornu is the Prime Minister of France.
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Protesters are angry that the suspect had already been reported to police last August in a separate case.
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