Investigators have recovered bones during renewed searches conducted Wednesday and Thursday in the Tarn department as part of the inquiry into the death of Delphine Aussaguel, the former wife of Cédric Jubillar, a source close to the investigation confirmed Friday.
The new searches took place near the village of Mailhoc, an area already central to the case after remains were previously discovered there. Authorities must now determine whether the newly found bones are human and whether they belonged to Delphine Aussaguel.
Forensic Analysis Underway
The bones have been transferred to the National Criminal Research Institute of the Gendarmerie (IRCGN), where they are undergoing analysis. According to a source close to the investigation, results are expected within 48 hours.
The discovery marks a significant development in a case that has gripped France since Delphine Aussaguel disappeared in December 2020.
Reconstruction Held After Confession
On Friday, a crime scene reconstruction took place in Cagnac-les-Mines and Mailhoc, described by a lawyer for the civil parties as “both constructive and frustrating.” The reconstruction was ordered following Cédric Jubillar’s admission of guilt in July.
Cédric Jubillar was sentenced to 30 years of criminal imprisonment for the murder of his wife. He is scheduled to appear on appeal before the Assize Court of Tarn-et-Garonne in Toulouse from April 30 to May 14 next year.
Key Facts at a Glance
- New bones found during searches on September 30 and October 1 near Mailhoc, Tarn
- Analysis underway at the IRCGN to determine whether remains are human
- Results expected within 48 hours
- Reconstruction held Friday in Cagnac-les-Mines and Mailhoc after Cédric Jubillar’s July confession
- Cédric Jubillar sentenced to 30 years; appeal trial set for April-May next year
