Bobigny: two police officers accused of aggravated rapes released under electronic surveillance

Two police officers charged with aggravated rape of a woman detained at the Bobigny court have been released under electronic surveillance pending further investigations. The Paris Court of Appeal made this decision against the prosecutor's request for their re-incarceration. The officers, aged 36 and 24, were accused of raping the woman while she awaited her court appearance. They admitted to having sexual relations with her but claimed it was consensual. The prosecutor raised concerns about the validity of consent given the woman's detention. The public prosecutor argued for their continued detention due to public order concerns and potential pressure on the victim. Despite these arguments, the judges favored their release, leading to protests from the local bar association and new measures for police conduct in the court.