Pillages d´églises : un curé suspecté

He seemed to have all the makings of the ideal priest: young, helpful, and beloved by his parishioners. Yet, Father Etienne, 33, is suspected of having looted 14 churches in the diocese of Blois. Unprecedented in living memory. Gold chalices, monstrances studded with precious stones—the loot is estimated to be worth over €75,000. The priest actually led a dissolute life: he enjoyed bars, betting on horse races, and speeding. Arrested last July by the police, Father Etienne is now free but under judicial supervision and awaits trial. Directed by: Marie Juteau Patrick Spica Productions