July 23rd 2024.
A woman, who was visiting Paris from Australia, has reportedly been attacked by a group of five men. The incident occurred just a few days before the highly-anticipated opening ceremony of the Olympics. According to the 25-year-old victim, she sought refuge at the Dounia kebab shop near the famous Moulin Rouge cabaret theater on Saturday after the alleged assault.
Witnesses say that after the attack, the woman appeared to be disoriented and was unable to speak French. Her dress was also found to be inside out, and she was seen carrying her underwear in her hand. The owners of the restaurant where she sought help immediately called for assistance and the woman was taken to Bichat hospital for treatment.
The victim, who had come to Paris for the Fete de Musique music festival, described the attackers as five young men with African features. However, she was unable to provide further details about the incident. The alleged assault occurred just a day before the woman was scheduled to return home, as reported by Olympics reporter Clinton Maynard from 2GB.
The Prosecutor's Office has taken charge of the investigation into the gang rape, which is believed to have taken place on the night of July 19 to 20. The second judicial police district has been entrusted with the case. The Alliance Paris Police Union has also joined the efforts to identify and bring the perpetrators to justice.
Paris, which is hosting the Olympics this year, has ramped up its security measures ahead of the opening ceremony. Armed guards have been spotted patrolling the streets, and a major security operation has been launched. The city wants to ensure the safety of the thousands of tourists who will be flocking to the French capital for the event.
To achieve this, around 45,000 police officers from 43 different countries have been deployed, along with 18,000 soldiers. The authorities are determined to prevent any incidents that could put a damper on the excitement and joy of the Olympics. Their ultimate goal is to make sure that tourists can enjoy their time in Paris without any fear or worry.
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