He was sentenced to eight years in prison, but he won't go, because he has already served five years in prison
This decision is also proof that justice can truly redress the situation in ways other than prison.
I remain committed to advocating for justice, and promoting a fair legal system.
I absolutely did think I was going to die,
I offer a thousand apologies,
I forgive you for what has taken place but it does not change the emotion, the feelings, the trauma and the way my life changed,
I ask for forgiveness. I can't find the words. I am very sorry,
The sentences are quite lenient; I understand that you understand that you have caused harm,
While I'll never forget what happened, I believe in the power of growth and accountability and pray for healing for all,
I am deeply grateful to the French authorities for pursuing justice in this case. The crime was the most terrifying experience of my life, leaving a lasting impact on me and my family,
I obviously was very confused. I had to make sense of what was happening. I was just about to fall asleep, naked with a robe on,
I was not hit. No, I was grabbed, and dragged into the other room, and thrown onto the floor, but wasn’t hit, no,
I was pretty hysterical and I just looked at the concierge and told him what is going to happen to us, I have to make it home to my babies,
I had nothing to do with this case, and look forward to being reunited with my family.
I just want to be heard and understood
And in my bedroom come in a few police officers, or what I assumed were police officers as they were in police uniforms,
All I have to offer you is regret. I’m sorry.”
I was certain that was the moment that he was going to rape me,
She looked at him when she came, she listened to the letter he had written to her, and then she forgave him,
I do appreciate the letter, I forgive you,