Former Surgeon Admits to Sexual Violence Against 299 Victims in Landmark French Trial

Joël Le Scouarnec's admission marks a pivotal moment in the Vannes trial, as authorities launch a new investigation to identify additional potential victims from his records.

Joël Le Scouarnec, a retired surgeon, has confessed to sexually abusing 299 victims, most of whom were minors, during his ongoing trial in Vannes.
Investigators uncovered detailed records maintained by Le Scouarnec, documenting the abuse and identifying approximately 300 victims so far.
A new investigation has been opened to identify additional potential victims whose names appear in Le Scouarnec's meticulous records but remain uncontacted or unidentified.
Victim identification is challenging, with some individuals abroad, unwilling to come forward, or otherwise unable to be reached by authorities.
The acknowledgment of guilt is seen as a significant step toward justice and healing for victims, as new individuals come forward daily suspecting they may be among those harmed.