Accused by several women of rape and sexual assault, Patrick Bruel was placed in police custody this Monday, June 8, in the morning. Those close to the singer say that the artist is more “determined” than ever to defend himself.
Since Monday morning, 8:30 a.m., Patrick Bruel has been in police custody at police headquarters in Paris, as part of investigations carried out by the Nanterre public prosecutor’s office. The singer – targeted by several complaints for sexual assault, attempted rape and rape – will answer all the questions asked of him. According to his relatives, who testified to BFMTVhe would be “déterminé” to defend themselves.
“He never forced anyone”
Last week, the 67-year-old artist saw his theater performances, scheduled in Paris, canceled. A decision poorly perceived by the singer. “He digested the cancellation of his last five theater performances very badly, it put him in a state of rage”confided a relative to the news channel.
“It gave him new impetus, strength and additional time to prepare his defense“added one of his friends. Faced with investigators, Patrick Bruel should answer all the questions. The latter would have “succeeded in convincing several people in his professional circle to speak in court in due time”note BFMTV.
A member of his entourage made it clear that the artist never moved from the defense line. “He had doubts but he always tells me that he never forced anyone.”Patrick Bruel sees an opportunity to explain the accusations, which he denies. These multiple testimonies describe the artist as“combative” et “déterminé” than ever.
New complaints
According to information from BFMTVtwo new complaints were filed last week, and two others will also be filed next week for acts of rape, indicated lawyer Corinne Herrmann.
Last May, the singer spoke on his Instagram account.“I will fight before her to defend the truth. I will defend myself, for those who support me, for my family, for my team, for my friends, for my public with whom I have a faithful and unwavering bond, for all those who refuse to allow our society to renounce its most fundamental principles: presumption of innocence, the right to a fair investigation, and justice”he wrote.
