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"Ex-Wife of French Serial Killer Convicted for Role in Infamous Murders"
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"Ex-Wife of French Serial Killer Convicted for Role in Infamous Murders"

Respects have been paid to Joanna Parrish, a British language student who was murdered by serial killer Michel Fourniret in France 33 years ago. Fourniret's ex-wife, Monique Olivier, has been found complicit in the murder and has been sentenced to life in prison. Parrish's family remembers her as an exceptional woman and mourns the devastating impact her murder had on their lives. She was described as a bright, friendly, and intelligent individual who had a passion for languages. Parrish's loved ones recall her vibrant personality and the promising future she was robbed of.

Ex-Wife of French Serial Killer Faces Trial in Joanna Parrish Cold Case
crime2 years ago

Ex-Wife of French Serial Killer Faces Trial in Joanna Parrish Cold Case

Monique Olivier, the ex-wife of French serial killer Michel Fourniret, is on trial for her involvement in the 1990 murder of British student Joanna Parrish, as well as two other murders. Olivier, who is already serving a life sentence, is accused of aiding Fourniret in his crimes by gaining the trust of victims. Fourniret, known as the Beast of the Ardennes, confessed to killing Parrish and the two others before his death in 2021. The trial provides a chance for Parrish's family to seek justice, and attention is also focused on the case of a nine-year-old girl believed to be Fourniret's last victim.

"Widow of 'Ogre of Ardennes' denies procuring virgins for him in rape trial"
crime2 years ago

"Widow of 'Ogre of Ardennes' denies procuring virgins for him in rape trial"

Monique Olivier, the widow of French serial killer Michel Fourniret, denied allegations that she procured virgins for him to rape as she went on trial for aiding and abetting his crimes. Fourniret, known as the "Ogre of Ardennes," was accused of murdering eight girls and young women between 1987 and 2001. Olivier, who is already serving a life sentence for complicity in four of the killings, is now on trial for being an accomplice in three additional murders, including that of British student Joanna Parrish. She denied having a criminal pact with Fourniret but admitted to carrying out his orders. The trial continues.