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Illan Castronovo, known for his reality-TV background, was placed under formal investigation for rape by the judicial court in Blois, according to reporting by Mediapart. The move follows a multi-year complaint and has prompted public reactions from the two women who filed the report.
Details of the inquiry and the allegations
Prosecutors opened the current stage of the investigation after a complaint that traces back several years. The alleged incidents are said to have occurred in 2018, when the two complainants were around 18 and 20 years old.
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Officials have indicated that the judge found elements that justify deeper inquiry. In French law, this step is known as mis en examen, a formal judicial status that triggers more thorough investigations.
Voices of the complainants: relief and cautious waiting
The two women, who are identified under the pseudonyms Camille and Alexia, shared their reactions with Mediapart. Both described a long, difficult process before the judge ordered the formal investigation.
- Camille said the decision brought relief after feeling isolated during the long procedure.
- Alexia said she expects the judicial process to continue and hopes for an eventual hearing and judgment.
Both emphasized the emotional toll of the wait and the desire for the case to reach a transparent judicial stage.
What a formal investigation means legally
A formal investigation is not a conviction. It signals that investigators have found serious or consistent elements that merit further examination.
At this stage, the accused retains the presumption of innocence and the court must continue to collect evidence and testimonies before any verdict.
Illan Castronovo’s response and public profile
Castronovo previously denied allegations in 2022, stating he would never harm a woman. So far, he has not issued a public statement about the recent formal investigation.
His media career began in 2016 on the reality show 10 Couples parfaits. He later appeared on other programs and, until 2021, took part in Le Reste du Monde. In recent years he has focused on stand-up comedy and amateur MMA fights, while remaining active on social platforms.
Key dates and next steps in the procedure
- 2018: Alleged incidents took place, according to the complaints.
- Complaint filed several years later, prompting initial inquiries.
- April: Judge ordered the formal investigation at the judicial court in Blois, per Mediapart.
- Upcoming: Further investigations, possible hearing and judicial decisions.
What to watch for
- Any public statements from the defense or from Castronovo himself.
- Progress in the investigatory phase and timeline for a potential trial.
- Official announcements from the judicial court in Blois regarding hearings.
