Three adults have been formally charged with murder and placed in provisional detention after the body of a homeless man was discovered in Lake Christus, Saint-Paul-Lès-Dax, on September 3, 2026. The prosecutors’ office in Mont-de-Marsan confirmed on Friday, September 11, that two 18-year-olds and a 20-year-old were charged in connection with the suspicious death of a 68-year-old man who had no fixed residence and lived in the Greater Dax area. The victim’s body was found half-submerged on the lake’s shore, prompting an investigation into the cause of his death. According to the public prosecutor, an autopsy revealed that the man died from "a major cranial trauma," with injuries observed on his face and skull. The judicial police of Bayonne, which is responsible for the investigation, identified the three suspects, who had no prior criminal records. They were formally charged on Thursday, September 10, and placed in provisional detention while the investigation continues. The prosecutors have not yet disclosed details about the circumstances surrounding the man’s death, emphasizing that the case is still under active investigation. Authorities are likely gathering evidence to determine whether the death was intentional or the result of an accident. The lack of information suggests that more details may emerge as the probe progresses. This case has drawn attention in the local community, where concerns about the safety of homeless individuals have been growing. While the exact relationship between the victim and the suspects remains unclear, the formal charges mark a significant step in the legal process. The judicial authorities are expected to provide further updates as the investigation unfolds.