Dijon Trial: Mother and Grandmother Face Charges in Twin Daughters’ Case
The trial of Sabrina Boulsas, accused of the murder of one of her twin daughters, began in Dijon, France, on Monday, March 2, 2026. The case centers around the premature birth of twins and the subsequent discovery of one infant deceased in a shopping bag. Her mother, Zara Nacir, is also on trial, accused of complicity.
The Incident and Initial Response
On the night of May 23-24, 2020, Zara Nacir alerted firefighters, claiming her daughter was experiencing significant blood loss, but initially failed to mention the pregnancy or the existence of the babies. Upon questioning by paramedics, Sabrina Boulsas presented a shopping bag hidden behind furniture, which contained the body of one newborn and the still-living twin.
The Prosecution’s Case
Prosecutors allege that the babies, born less than seven months into the pregnancy and weighing less than 800 grams each, were tightly swaddled in clothing, making it difficult for hospital staff to free them. The prosecution contends this demonstrates a “will to get rid of” the children. Boulsas reportedly searched online for methods to terminate a pregnancy.
The Defense’s Argument
Sabrina Boulsas maintains her innocence, stating, “In no case did I want to kill my children.” She attributes her actions to “absolute distress” and a state of panic, and accuses her mother of lacking support. Her lawyer, Me Chloé Bonnat, seeks acquittal based on these claims, citing the young mother’s emotional state. A psychiatrist testified regarding Boulsas’s “immaturity” and the influence of strict religious principles imposed by her father-in-law, which contributed to her concealing the pregnancy.
The Grandmother’s Testimony
Zara Nacir also claims she did not intend to harm the children. She stated she “did not want to kill these children” during the trial.
Potential Penalties
Both Sabrina Boulsas and Zara Nacir face a potential life sentence if convicted. The trial is expected to conclude on Friday.
Source: La Montagne