A distressing incident in Paris has shocked the world as CCTV footage captured the moment an Australian woman sought refuge in a kebab shop after allegedly being gang-raped by five men. The 25-year-old tourist, visibly shaken and wearing her dress backwards with signs of damage, arrived at the shop on Boulevard de Clichy around 5 am on Saturday, July 20.
In the harrowing video, she is seen pleading for help from shop staff and customers, who quickly gather around to comfort her. The situation took a dramatic turn when one of her alleged attackers entered the shop and attempted to approach her, prompting intervention from a brave customer who confronted the assailant.
Police swiftly responded to the scene and transported the woman to Bichat Hospital for medical evaluation. Reports indicate that her phone was stolen during the ordeal, and she was observed carrying her underwear in her hand.
The Australian Embassy in Paris has been in close contact with French authorities as they investigate the incident. The Paris Prosecutor’s Office has launched an inquiry into the alleged gang rape, stressing the gravity of the crime and the urgency to identify and apprehend those responsible.
The Paris police union has assured the public of their commitment to swiftly bring justice to the victim. This disturbing incident underscores ongoing safety concerns in urban areas and has sparked global attention and outrage.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are focusing on ensuring the victim’s well-being and holding the perpetrators accountable for their heinous actions. The international community awaits further developments in this deeply troubling case.
