The child, aged 11, accuses her grandfather of abusing her for five years, announces France Bleu.

A drômois pensioner was arrested Tuesday at his home for rape and sexual assault on his granddaughter of 11 years, reports France Bleu Drôme.

Accused of abusing her for five years

The 71-year-old man was considered gruff and nervous. Fearing resistance from the septuagenarian during the arrest, the authorities used the RAID. A man of arms and hunting, the man had four rifles and nearly 400 rounds at his home. He did not show any resistance during his arrest.

While in custody, the man initially denied the facts, before admitting half-words inappropriate gestures. Her granddaughter accuses her of abusing her for five years. The pensioner was referred to the prosecutor's office of Valencia on Thursday and was placed under judicial control.