Lucas Larivée

Lucas Larivée, a 24-year-old agricultural worker, is the subject of recent news coverage due to his conviction for the rape and murder of 20-year-old Justine Vayrac in October 2022 in Corrèze, France. He was sentenced on March 21st to 30 years in prison with a 20-year minimum security period. The prosecution had sought a life sentence, citing his "psychopathic" personality and the cruelty of his actions. Larivée has now appealed this conviction, a move described as a "cold shower" for the victim's family. He was also previously in court in January 2024 for arson and property damage on a farm. The case has garnered significant attention, highlighting the immense grief of Justine Vayrac's family and the legal proceedings surrounding the crime.