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Left to Their Own Devices

Leo Mattei leads a special team of investigators dedicated to protecting children, whether they are the victims of criminal acts--or the perpetrators. From Walter Presents, in French with English subtitles.

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Left to Their Own Devices

Season 2 Episode 4 | 53m 37s

Nicolas, 14, is attacked in the street. The investigation finds that he, his sister Laetitia, 17, and his little brother Boubacar have been living alone for months, after their mother ran off to Brazil. They are desperate to stay together.

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