Former French surgeon accused of raping or sexually abusing 299 victims, mostly children, over nearly three decades faces trial in France. The alleged victims' average age was 11. He has been convicted previously and faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted in this trial.
Key Points
Accused of raping or sexually abusing 299 victims, mostly children
Alleged victims' average age was 11
Previous convictions for possessing and importing child sexual abuse material
Faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted in this trial