"It's impossible to accept": the sadness and anger of Théo's mother after the criminal irresponsibility of her son's murderer
Théo's mother expresses her profound grief and anger following the court's decision deeming her son's murderer, Ousmane Diallo, criminally irresponsible.
The mother of Théo Muxagata, an 18-year-old victim stabbed to death over a trivial telecom bill dispute, has voiced her deep sadness and anger after the court declared his murderer, Ousmane Diallo, criminally irresponsible. Théo was killed in a tragic incident that occurred on July 10, 2021, which has left a significant impact on the local community and raised concerns over justice in cases involving mental health.
The case stemmed from a seemingly minor dispute involving a €93.62 billing issue, which escalated to violence when Diallo, a 62-year-old Senegalese national, attacked Théo in a Bouygues store in Claye-Souilly. Following the incident, Diallo underwent assessments by three psychiatric experts, two of whom concluded that he lacked discernment due to a diagnosed psychotic condition. This ruling has sparked outrage and sorrow from Théo's family and the wider public, highlighting the challenges faced when the legal system interacts with mental health considerations.
The mother's emotional plea reflects a broader societal concern regarding how justice is served in cases involving individuals who might be deemed mentally ill. This case not only underscores the tragic loss experienced by a family but also raises questions about accountability and the effectiveness of the mental health assessments conducted in the judicial process. The implications of such rulings could lead to debates about the justice system and its ability to balance compassion with accountability in violent criminal cases.