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Police Launch Investigation Into Alleged Rape at Michael Schumacher’s Swiss Mansion
Swiss authorities have launched a formal investigation into disturbing allegations that a racing driver raped one of Michael Schumacher’s private nurses at the Formula 1 legend’s lakeside estate in Gland, Switzerland. The alleged assault reportedly occurred in 2019, according to Swiss-French outlet 24heures, which first broke the story.
The accused, described as an Australian racing driver and a close friend of Mick Schumacher, son of the seven-time world champion, was reportedly staying at the Schumacher family’s property at the time of the alleged incident. The publication stated that the Schumacher family themselves are not in any way linked to the case, nor were they asked to comment, as neither Michael Schumacher, his wife Corinna, nor their children were present at the property during the reported events.
According to 24heures, prosecutors allege that the driver sexually assaulted a nurse who was part of the medical team responsible for providing round-the-clock care to Schumacher following his devastating head injury sustained in a 2013 skiing accident in the French Alps. The incident is said to have taken place after a night of heavy drinking inside the main house of the Schumacher residence.
Alleged Incident Details
The report details that the nurse, a woman in her thirties, had completed her shift when she joined two of her colleagues and the visiting racing driver for drinks on the estate. They reportedly consumed cocktails mixed with vodka, after which the nurse began to feel unwell. As her condition worsened, the group decided to help her back to her quarters within the property — a private room designated for staff members who worked overnight shifts.
According to the indictment cited by the media outlet, a physiotherapist and the accused driver assisted her to bed before leaving her to rest. However, prosecutors allege that the Australian driver later returned to the room alone, where he allegedly raped the unconscious nurse twice during the night.
The following morning, the nurse reportedly confided in close friends about feeling disoriented and violated but did not immediately file a complaint. It was not until January 2022 — nearly two years after the alleged assault — that she lodged an official criminal complaint with Swiss authorities. Investigators have since been building a case, with the trial now set to take place this Wednesday at 9 a.m. local time.
Family and Legal Response
24heures emphasized that the Schumacher family had no involvement in the case. Legal representatives have confirmed that neither the family nor their staff have been accused of any misconduct or negligence related to the incident. The estate itself, however, is a key location in the investigation since it served as both the nurse’s place of employment and the residence of the accused at the time.
The defendant, who maintains his innocence, has not yet been named publicly due to Swiss privacy laws surrounding ongoing criminal proceedings. Sources close to the investigation describe him as an established figure in motorsport circles, known to have social connections with Mick Schumacher through shared racing circuits and events.
Ongoing Investigation and Trial
Swiss prosecutors have reportedly gathered physical and testimonial evidence, including statements from other staff members who were on duty that evening. The two colleagues who helped the nurse to bed claimed they neither saw nor heard anything suspicious during the night.
The trial, expected to begin midweek, will seek to determine whether the allegations are substantiated by forensic evidence and witness testimony. If convicted, the accused faces a potential prison sentence under Swiss criminal law for aggravated sexual assault.
Background Context
Michael Schumacher, one of the most successful drivers in Formula 1 history, has been under continuous medical care at his family’s Swiss home since his 2013 skiing accident in Méribel, which left him with severe brain injuries. The Schumacher residence in Gland has long been regarded as a secure and private space, where only trusted medical professionals and family members have access.
The allegations have shocked both the local community and the broader motorsport world, given the sensitive nature of Schumacher’s ongoing care and the trust placed in those permitted access to the estate.
As the trial begins, both the victim and the accused are expected to testify before a Swiss court. Authorities have reiterated that the investigation is ongoing and that further details will be released following the court proceedings.
The Schumacher family has remained silent on the matter, choosing to focus on Michael’s health and privacy, consistent with their long-standing approach since his accident over a decade ago.
The case has brought renewed attention to the challenges of maintaining confidentiality and safety in private medical environments — particularly when high-profile figures are involved.
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