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Former French senator found guilty of drugging MP

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete January 27, 2026 at 11:04 PM
Former French senator found guilty of drugging MP
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Former French senator Joel Guerriau was found guilty of drugging MP Sandrine Josso with ecstasy at his Paris flat in November 2023. Guerriau received a four-year prison sentence, with 18 months to be served, and was ordered to pay Josso €5,000 in damages. Josso testified that she felt unwell after drinking champagne at Guerriau's home and a toxicology report confirmed MDMA in her blood. Guerriau admitted to spiking the drink but claimed it was accidental, stating he intended to take the drug himself and denied any intention of assault. Guerriau's lawyers said he would appeal the verdict, while Josso expressed relief.

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Key Player Opposition Context
Horizons 35% MoDem ×240% Paris ×250% France ×270% Joel Guerriau ×995% Sandrine Josso ×995%

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Very Negative
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BBC News - World
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Center (0.00)
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Classification Confidence
90%
Geographic Perspective
France

This article was automatically classified using rule-based analysis. The political bias score ranges from -1 (far left) to +1 (far right).

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