Sandrine Josso

Sandrine Josso is a centrist member of parliament (MP) in France. She is the victim in a high-profile case involving former French senator Joël Guerriau. Guerriau was recently found guilty of drugging Josso with ecstasy (MDMA) with the intent to sexually assault her. The incident occurred in November 2023 when Guerriau, then a senator for Loire-Atlantique, allegedly spiked Josso's champagne. The trial and conviction of Guerriau have garnered significant attention in France, particularly in light of other recent cases of sexual assault and violence against women. Guerriau was sentenced to four years in prison, with 18 months to be served, and ordered to pay Josso €5,000 in damages for emotional distress. The case highlights ongoing concerns about the safety and treatment of women in French politics and society.