In an emotionally charged interview, Caroline Darian reveals the trauma inflicted by her father Dominique Pelicot, sentenced to 20 years in prison for drugging and allowing men to sexually assault his wife. Darian expresses her belief that he should remain imprisoned for life while striving to raise awareness about the underreported issue of chemical submission in sexual violence cases.
Daughter of Dominique Pelicot Speaks Out: "He Should Die in Prison"
Daughter of Dominique Pelicot Speaks Out: "He Should Die in Prison"
Caroline Darian opens up about her father's horrifying crimes and her fight against chemical submission in an exclusive interview.
In November 2020, Caroline Darian received a life-altering phone call from her mother, Gisèle Pelicot, revealing that her husband, Dominique, had been drugging her for a decade, enabling others to sexually assault her. This shocking discovery shattered Darian's perception of her family life and transformed her into a vocal advocate against sexual violence. "He should die in prison. He is a dangerous man," Darian asserts in an interview with BBC Radio 4's Emma Barnett.
Dominique Pelicot was sentenced to 20 years in prison after a lengthy trial that uncovered the appalling reality of his actions—recruiting over fifty men online to assault his unconscious wife. His arrest initiated an investigation that unveiled a trove of disturbing evidence on his electronic devices, including thousands of videos depicting Gisèle while incapacitated. The trial spotlighted not only Pelicot's heinous crimes but also the issues of rape and the often overlooked phenomenon of chemical submission.
Caroline’s commitment to fighting chemical submission stems from the lack of recognition and reporting of such crimes, where victims often have no recollection of their assault. In her quest for advocacy, she has penned a book titled *I'll Never Call Him Dad Again*, which documents her family's profound trauma and delves deeper into the intricacies of drug-facilitated sexual violence.
The aftermath of her father's trial has left the Pelicot family facing a painful reality. Darian expresses her conviction that her father also assaulted her but lacks concrete evidence. This realization is compounded by the struggle of reconciling her identity as the daughter of both a predator and a victim.
Despite this heavy burden, Darian remains focused on the future. She emphasizes the necessity of raising awareness about sexual abuse and chemical submission, hoping to empower other victims. Through her advocacy, she aims to find distance from her father's identity, reaffirming that she is not defined by his actions.
As Darian continues to heal, she draws strength from her family and is determined to educate and protect future generations from similar horrors. Her journey, marked by resilience and advocacy, serves as a testimony to the need for greater awareness and support for victims of sexual violence.
For those impacted by the issues discussed, resources and support can be found on BBC's Action Line.
Dominique Pelicot was sentenced to 20 years in prison after a lengthy trial that uncovered the appalling reality of his actions—recruiting over fifty men online to assault his unconscious wife. His arrest initiated an investigation that unveiled a trove of disturbing evidence on his electronic devices, including thousands of videos depicting Gisèle while incapacitated. The trial spotlighted not only Pelicot's heinous crimes but also the issues of rape and the often overlooked phenomenon of chemical submission.
Caroline’s commitment to fighting chemical submission stems from the lack of recognition and reporting of such crimes, where victims often have no recollection of their assault. In her quest for advocacy, she has penned a book titled *I'll Never Call Him Dad Again*, which documents her family's profound trauma and delves deeper into the intricacies of drug-facilitated sexual violence.
The aftermath of her father's trial has left the Pelicot family facing a painful reality. Darian expresses her conviction that her father also assaulted her but lacks concrete evidence. This realization is compounded by the struggle of reconciling her identity as the daughter of both a predator and a victim.
Despite this heavy burden, Darian remains focused on the future. She emphasizes the necessity of raising awareness about sexual abuse and chemical submission, hoping to empower other victims. Through her advocacy, she aims to find distance from her father's identity, reaffirming that she is not defined by his actions.
As Darian continues to heal, she draws strength from her family and is determined to educate and protect future generations from similar horrors. Her journey, marked by resilience and advocacy, serves as a testimony to the need for greater awareness and support for victims of sexual violence.
For those impacted by the issues discussed, resources and support can be found on BBC's Action Line.
