The murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna in France has sparked widespread outrage and calls for reform in the justice system. Her lawyer, François Roujou de Boubée, emphasized that increased funding could prevent such tragedies, criticizing the government's handling of prior allegations against the suspect, Jérôme Barella. Despite multiple reports of sexual violence against minors, Barella was not arrested before Lyhanna's disappearance. This case has pushed the issue of male violence against girls to the forefront of political discussions ahead of the upcoming presidential election. The justice system's inadequacies were further highlighted by the mother of a previous victim, who plans to sue the state for failing to act on her reports against Barella. Protests erupted across France, with participants demanding accountability and systemic change, as only 7% of sexual assault complaints against minors result in convictions. The French government is under pressure to address these systemic issues, with calls for new legislation and increased resources for the justice system.