Achraf Hakimi Defense Strategy DNA Refusal Criminal Court Appeal

The defense denounces an investigation based essentially on the complainant’s testimony. Maître Fanny Colin, the athlete’s lawyer, points out the latter’s refusals to participate in several investigative procedures, such as phone exploitation, DNA testing, or medical examinations. She adds that two psychological evaluations found an absence of post-traumatic symptoms as well as a lack of clarity, while text messages exchanged with a friend were allegedly not spontaneously provided to investigators.

On Bladi.net : Achraf Hakimi Rape Case: Complainant’s Lawyer Responds

Facing justice, the captain of the Lions of the Atlas displays his composure. In a lengthy social media post, he assured that he has been waiting for this trial from the start to defend himself publicly. However, contesting his referral to criminal court finalized last week, he officially filed a cassation appeal this Friday, June 26, according to a source close to the case cited by AFP.

On Bladi.net : PSG Star Achraf Hakimi Faces Potential Rape Trial, Prosecutors Seek Criminal Court Referral

This technical remedy does not serve to retry the facts, but allows for control of the strict legal compliance of the procedure. This legal battle follows the player’s indictment pronounced in March 2023. He is accused by a young woman alleging sexual assault committed at his residence in Boulogne-Billancourt, allegations he has completely refuted since the opening of the investigation.