How Lyhanna's rape and murder put France's justice system under scrutiny
The rape and murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna has sparked outrage in France and raised questions about failures in the country’s justice system.
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How Lyhanna's rape and murder put France's justice system under scrutiny
The rape and murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna has sparked outrage in France and raised questions about failures in the country’s justice system.
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