French justice minister vows action on child sex-abuse cases after death of 11-year-old Lyhanna
- Posted on July 15, 2026
- By Le Monde
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In brief
Following the tragic death of 11-year-old Lyhanna, France's Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin has initiated urgent reforms to address systemic failures in child protection. The government has directed prosecutors to expedite reviews of pending child sexual abuse cases, identifying 970 high-priority investigations involving minors and repeat offenders. This decisive intervention represents a critical response to public outcry and highlights the need for strengthened safeguarding mechanisms within the French judicial system.
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French justice minister vows action on child sex-abuse cases after death of 11-year-old Lyhanna
Gérald Darmanin, under pressure to resign, ordered prosecutors to review all pending child sex abuse allegations before the summer holidays. He said prosecutors highlighted 970 as high priority, with the child still a minor and the suspect having previously been accused.
