Hundreds join silent march in France in support of Gisèle Pelicot

Women and men march in village where Pelicot's husband is accused of drugging her and inviting men to assault her

A silent march took place in support of Gisele Pelicot and other female victims of sexual violence on Saturday in Mazan, the village where Pelicot's husband is accused of drugging her and inviting more than 80 men to assault her at their home.

Hundreds of women and men turned out in solidarity with the woman at the centre of a case that has shocked the world. Members of the Pelicot family did not attend but said they appreciated the public support.