During our meeting with Sandrine Josso , the MP shared her commitment to the fight against chemical submission and her desire to protect citizens against this often ignored phenomenon. She stressed the importance of making these prevention devices accessible to all and of raising greater public awareness, particularly in party environments where the risks are increased. Her action, which she leads with the association M'endors pas , aims to alert and prevent this scourge in a concrete and accessible way for all.
The context of the aggression
On November 14, 2023, during an evening at the home of Senator Joël Guerriau , Sandrine Josso , MP for Loire-Atlantique, was the victim of an attempted chemical submission .
It is when she accepts a glass of champagne offered to her by the senator that this moment turns into a nightmare. Senator Guerriau had discreetly added ecstasy, a drug with powerful psychotropic effects, to the glass served to Sandrine Josso .
Shortly after drinking, MP Josso felt severe anxiety, a racing heart, cold sweats and disorientation. Realising she had been drugged, she managed to leave the premises in a hurry and went to the hospital, where tests confirmed the presence of drugs in her system.
This assault, which occurred in a professional setting, highlights the hidden dangers of chemical submission , illustrating a serious and growing problem, even within political circles. This traumatic experience prompted Sandrine Josso to take a public stand and campaign for stronger preventive measures against chemical submission, in order to protect individuals from this type of assault , which is often invisible and difficult to prevent.
Sandrine Josso’s initiatives in the face of chemical submission: Legislative reinforcement and associative support.
Following her traumatic experience of chemical submission , Sandrine Josso has stepped up her commitment to combating this scourge. She actively campaigns for stricter legislative measures, including tougher sentences for attackers. She wants to introduce rapid drug detection devices in drinks , to enable victims to immediately identify any suspicious substances and protect themselves in advance.
At the same time, the MP supports the association M'endors pas , which raises public awareness of the dangers of chemical submission. This organisation was founded by Caroline Darian-Peyronnet, the daughter of Gisèle Pélicot ( see the Mazan trial ).
Sandrine Josso also encourages the use of protective devices such as glass hoods , which cover the glasses and prevent the addition of harmful substances without the victims ' knowledge . She stresses the importance of awareness campaigns, particularly in party venues, to inform young people and vulnerable populations about prevention methods. Her commitment aims to strengthen security and reduce these invisible attacks, by combining legislative actions, awareness raising , and support for victims.
Solutions to protect yourself:
To reduce the risks of chemical submission , several effective prevention devices exist. Among them, the Capote2Verre stand out as a practical and discreet solution. These protections are placed on the glasses and prevent any introduction of substances into the glass. Easy to transport and use, they are particularly recommended for outings to bars or parties .
In addition to the Capote2Verre, another prevention device has appeared: the CYD tests . These tests, to be inserted directly into a glass, can detect the presence of drugs such as ecstasy (MDMA), GHB or other substances frequently used in chemical submission.
This small, rapid test , which changes colour if drugs are present , represents a significant step forward in helping potential victims to immediately identify a threat and react before it is too late. These tests are accessible and easy to use, providing additional protection for people going out in risky public places.
Combined with collective vigilance and increased awareness, these measures can significantly reduce the risk of aggression and contribute to a safer environment, particularly for young adults, a particularly vulnerable population.