France probes judicial 'dysfunction' after girl's suspected murder
Summary
France is investigating failings in its justice system after the killing of an 11-year-old girl named Lyhanna. The main suspect had past accusations of child sexual abuse, but previous investigations into him were dropped or delayed.Key Facts
- Lyhanna disappeared on May 29 near Fleurance in southwestern France.
- Her body was found in an abandoned silo after several days of searching.
- The main suspect is a 41-year-old man whose daughter was friends with Lyhanna.
- The suspect had three previous accusations of child sexual abuse, but the cases were dismissed or stalled.
- Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin plans to summon public prosecutors to address these issues.
- An independent commission says most child sexual abuse complaints in France do not lead to convictions.
- Politicians from different parties have called for faster investigations to better protect children.
- Activists highlight that the system did not act even when serious complaints were made.
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