A 79-year-old man in Grenoble, France, has been charged with aggravated rapes and sexual assaults involving 89 minors over a span of 55 years, from 1967 to 2022. The prosecutor, Étienne Manteaux, emphasized that the shocking number of victims was uncovered through writings the suspect had compiled on a USB stick, detailing 'sexual relations' with minors aged 13 to 17. The allegations span multiple countries, including Germany, Switzerland, Morocco, Niger, Algeria, the Philippines, India, Colombia, and New Caledonia where he worked as an educator.

The allegations came to light in 2024, when the septuagenarian was placed in custody and faced multiple sexual offense charges. The USB device not only contained details of the sexual assaults but also led to the man's confessions of having murdered both his mother and aunt. This revelation adds a gruesome layer to a case that already reflects deep societal issues concerning the protection of minors and the efficacy of law enforcement across various countries, particularly regarding historical cases.

The scope of the offenses raises serious questions about how such actions could persist undetected over decades and the potential failures in systems aimed at safeguarding vulnerable populations. This case has sparked outrage and demands for reform in tracking sexual offenses across national borders, as it sheds light on possible discrepancies in how different jurisdictions manage sexual predator cases. The broader implications of this case will likely resonate across France and internationally, prompting calls for better protective measures for minors both in educational settings and at home.