Morocco Star Achraf Hakimi
I am Solely Going through Rape Trial As a result of I am Well-known
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Morocco captain and Paris Saint-Germain star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case … however he insists the matter is just transferring ahead as a result of he is a celeb.
The 27-year-old defender — who’s at present taking part in within the World Cup — may have a future date in court docket after a girl accused him of raping her at his residence close to Paris in March 2023, when she was 24 years outdated.
Hakimi fought a February determination over the allegations … however the Versailles appeals court docket ordered him to be formally charged, citing ample proof in opposition to him to face trial.
Hakimi went to social media saying, “Justice looked me in the eyes and said to me: ‘If you weren’t famous, there never would have been a case.'”
“I chose to remain silent for years. I thought that staying dignified, being patient, and trusting the justice system would allow the right decisions to be made,” he added.
“Today, a story that is not mine is being told at the expense of my family, my life, and above all, the truth. Sometimes I feel like I’ve become an easy target,” Hakimi claimed.
Hakimi stated he’s now able to share his aspect of the story … and he is trying ahead to the trial.
His Morocco group is slated to face Scotland in a matter of hours.
