French MP Alleges Unintentional Drugging by Former Senator
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A French Member of Parliament recounted a harrowing experience this week, detailing how she unknowingly ingested MDMA at teh home of a former senator, leading to a deeply unsettling evening. The incident, currently under examination by the Paris criminal court, centers around allegations that Joël Guerriau, a former senator, inadvertently administered the drug to Sandrine Josso during a celebratory gathering.
The MP,representing the 7th constituency of Loire-Atlantique,described feeling as though she was “seeing herself leaving” – a disorienting sensation she attributes to the presence of the drug in her champagne. Guerriau, for his part, maintains his innocence, claiming he was unaware of the substance’s presence and that the evening unfolded normally.
A Relaxed Atmosphere Turns Disturbing
The evening in question took place at Guerriau’s official apartment on rue Monsieur Le Prince in Paris’ 6th borough. The initial expectation was a relaxed and convivial atmosphere, a toast to Josso’s recent re-election. However, the MP was promptly struck by Guerriau’s unusually casual demeanor, noting he answered the door wearing only jogging pants – a stark contrast to his typical attire of a shirt and suit.
According to testimony, Josso consumed a glass of champagne offered to her by Guerriau, unaware it contained a important quantity of MDMA, a derivative of ecstasy.Guerriau, addressing the court, insisted, “At no time was I aware of the dangerousness of this product, Mr. President. Sandrine didn’t show anything, she didn’t say to me: ‘I’m not well.’ The evening went normally.”
Denials and a Claim of Unfortunate Circumstances
Guerriau has consistently characterized the incident as a mistake, an “unfortunate combination of circumstances.” He vehemently denies any intention to drug his friend, presenting a defense built on claims of ignorance and a lack of visible distress from Josso during the evening. However, his explanations have been described as “rantings tinged with excuses” by those present at the hearing.
The case raises serious questions about responsibility and awareness regarding the handling of controlled substances, even in private settings. The investigation is ongoing, and the court will need to determine whether Guerriau’s claims of unintentional exposure are credible, or if negligence played a role in the MP’s distressing experience.The incident underscores the potential dangers of unregulated substances and the importance of vigilance,even in seemingly safe environments.
Why it happened: Sandrine Josso, a French MP, alleges she unknowingly consumed champagne laced with MDMA at the home of former senator Joël Guerriau during a celebratory gathering.
Who was involved: The key individuals are Sandrine Josso (the MP who ingested the drug) and Joël Guerriau (the former senator who offered the champagne).
What occurred: Josso experienced a disorienting sensation, describing feeling as though she was “seeing herself leaving,” after drinking the champagne. Guerriau claims he was unaware the champagne contained MDMA.
How it ended: The incident is currently under investigation by the Paris criminal court. Guerriau maintains his innocence, claiming ignorance of the drug’s presence. As of this report, a ruling has not been made, and the investigation is ongoing to determine if Guerriau’s claims of unintentional exposure are credible or if negligence was involved.The court will decide on the matter.
