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Arrest of Hélène Jégado

When
1 July 1851
Where
Rennes
Part of
Serial poisoner Hélène Jégado arrested in Rennes

Jégado was arrested in Rennes on 1 July 1851 after arousing suspicion through her premature declaration of innocence.

The arrest followed the death of maid Rosalie Sarrazin in 1851. Jégado's suspicious behavior, specifically announcing her innocence before being questioned, led to her detention on 1 July 1851 in Rennes.

Sources

  1. Hélène Jégado Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16

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