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French singer Patrick Bruel held in custody for a second day on sexual assault allegations
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French singer Patrick Bruel held in custody for a second day on sexual assault allegations

Le Monde (English) · Jun 9, 2026, 12:34 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Lawyer Myriam Guedj Benayoun on Tuesday said a new complaint would soon be filed against the singer for the alleged attempted rape of a 19-year-old at his home in 2000.

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