Diourbel: Quranic Teacher Serigne Khadim Mbacké Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison

The criminal chamber of the Diourbel high court sentenced Quranic teacher Serigne Khadim Mbacké to 20 years in prison for rape and pedophilia involving 28 girls, 27 of whom were his students. The accused denied the charges, claiming he was the victim of a plot. The victims confirmed their statements, and the civil party lawyers sought an exemplary sentence. The defense pleaded for acquittal, but the court followed the prosecutor's demands.