Sexual harassment expenses in opposition to former French Football Federation (FFF) president Noel Le Graet have been dismissed, his lawyer knowledgeable Agence France-Presse (AFP) on Sunday.
Le Graet stepped down as head of the FFF in February 2023 after 11 years within the position, following a report from the Sports Ministry that condemned his “inappropriate public positions” and “inappropriate behavior toward women.”
At that point, the Paris public prosecutor’s workplace launched an investigation into allegations of ethical and sexual harassment, which has now been closed.
A supply stated the proceedings had been closed on Oct. 17 as a result of the offenses had been insufficiently critical.
Le Graet’s lawyer, Thierry Marembert, confirmed the knowledge to AFP.
“I welcome this decision, which recognizes my client’s probity. The in-depth criminal investigation was able to verify that none of the accusations that had been hastily leveled against him held water,” Marembert stated.
Le Graet, who’s 82, spoke to French newspaper Le Monde.
“It’s a great relief. There’s still a bit of anger deep inside me,” the ex-president stated. “I’m not at the stage of forgiveness, but I’m happy to have emerged from this affair with my head held high and to have restored a little of my honor.”
Meanwhile, a libel case launched by Le Graet in opposition to then-Sport Minister Amelie Oudea-Castera, accusing her of “lying” concerning the report into Le Graet, continues. It is because of be heard on Dec. 3-4.
Source: www.dailysabah.com