Cédric P.

Cédric P., a 42-year-old former French police officer and rugby player, is currently in provisional detention in Portugal, suspected of the double femicide of his ex-partner and current partner. He was arrested after a brief escape from Aveyron, France, to northeastern Portugal, during which he was accompanied by his two children. The bodies of the two women were discovered in a secluded location in Portugal on March 25, 2026. Prior to these events, Cédric P. was already a suspect in the disappearance of his ex-partner and their son, and had a previous conviction for domestic violence. He had reportedly portrayed himself as a victim of the justice system, staging protests and other displays. The children are now being returned to French authorities. The case has garnered significant attention due to the violent nature of the alleged crimes and the involvement of a former law enforcement officer.