Prosecutors seek prison and ineligibility for Saint-Étienne mayor

September 30, 2025 Reported by AI

In a high-profile trial in Saint-Étienne, prosecutors have demanded a firm prison sentence and immediate ineligibility for Gaël Perdriau, the city's mayor, accused of sextape blackmail. The case dates back to 2014 and involves the distribution of a compromising video. Perdriau denies any involvement.