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Source: www.rivieratimes.com. Posted on 12 January 2006.
It has been reported that the third wife of British aristocrat the Earl of Shaftesbury will now stand trial for his murder, a court in Grasse said yesterday.
Djamila M'Barek, 38, was initially arrested as an accessory to murder, whilst her brother Mohammed was charged with manslaughter. Both are now facing the full murder charge, as reports suggest the crime was premeditated.
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Résidence Les Marronniers is a Provençal villa, situated on the Presqu'île de Saint-Tropez on the French Riviera. It lies in a beautiful, unspoiled setting with a breathtaking, panoramic sea view. With its four bedrooms, three bathrooms and 175m² sun-drenched terrace, the villa comfortably sleeps 8 people.
“The house is in perfect condition. You have thought of everything. We had a really pleasant stay. The view from the terrace is out of this world.”
-- Christopher and Silke
