Writer Frederic Beigbeder was detained in France on charges of rape
Writer Frederic Beigbeder, who is the author of the novels “Love lasts three years”, “99 francs”, “Ideal” and others were detained in France on charges of rape. This was reported by Franceinfo.
It is clarified that the statement against the writer was written by his ex-girlfriend. She claims that they had sexual intercourse twice: once by mutual consent, the second time against her will. At that time she was 17 years old. The writer himself denies these accusations. A criminal case has been initiated against Begbeder.
As French media specify, Beigbeder has now been released from custody.
Frederic Beigbeder is a French prose writer, publicist, literary critic, and actor. His novel "99 francs" in 2000 he became the sales leader in France, and in 2009 for the book “The French Novel” he was awarded the Renaudo Prize, which is one of the main literary awards in France.
