On Thursday morning, French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin testified before the Senate delegation on women’s rights, where he revealed plans to publish an inspection report related to the femicide of 25-year-old Inès Mecellem. The report will be available on the ministry's website and social media accounts. This announcement follows the tragic discovery of Mecellem's body at her home in Poitiers on September 8. The publication of this report aims to shed light on the missteps that occurred in the handling of her case.

Darmanin outlined several critical failures that contributed to Mecellem's death, noting that while a "grave danger" telephone was issued to her, there was no robust penal strategy in place against the perpetrator. He emphasized that alerts regarding her situation were treated without proper re-evaluation of the risk dynamics involved. Furthermore, although certain tools were activated, they were not effectively incorporated into the judicial trajectory needed to ensure her safety. This acknowledgment of systemic shortcomings underlines the bureaucratic gaps that exist in responses to domestic violence.

The call for a change in methodology within the justice system underscores an ongoing recognition of the need for improved strategies in addressing violence against women. By bringing these issues to light and making the report accessible, the government aims to foster greater accountability and reform in the policies that protect vulnerable individuals in domestic situations. This initiative reflects a broader societal push towards tackling the pervasive issue of domestic violence in France and enhancing the protective measures for women like Inès Mecellem.