Bio

Jules-Alexandre Ughetto was born on December 6, 1910, in France. He grew up in a small village where his family did not have much money. His father worked as a woodcutter, which was a tough job. Jules had a difficult childhood and was surrounded by poverty. Not much information is available about his early schooling or friendships.

As a teenager, Jules became friends with another boy named Stephen Mucha. Their friendship would eventually lead them down a dark path. In 1928, when Jules was just 18 years old, a tragic event took place that would change their lives forever.

On December 8, 1928, Jules and Stephen sought shelter in a farmhouse during the night. This farmhouse belonged to a farmer named Richaud. Together, they committed a terrible act that would shock the community.

In the following days, the story of their actions spread quickly, and anger grew among the local people. They demanded justice for the family that had been harmed. Jules’s father even expressed that he wanted the death penalty for his son.

Jules was arrested and faced a trial where his actions were put under scrutiny. The trial was attended by many people, reflecting the high tensions in the village. This marked the end of his early life, as he faced severe consequences for what he had done.

Murder Story

On December 8, 1928, Jules-Alexandre Ughetto, also known as "The monster of Valensole," was involved in a tragic event where five people lost their lives. In Valensole, France, he and his accomplice, Stephen Mucha, sought shelter in a farmhouse. Once inside, they committed the act of shooting the farmer, Richaud, his wife, their two children, and a servant.

Following the murders, the local population reacted with anger. Many were so upset that they expressed desires for revenge against Ughetto and Mucha. To maintain order during the trial, authorities placed heavy security around the court.

During the proceedings, it was revealed that Stephen Mucha was only a few days shy of his sixteenth birthday at the time of the killings. This meant that he could not face the death penalty. On the other hand, Ughetto's father openly demanded the death penalty for his son. The court sentenced Ughetto to death while Mucha received a maximum of twenty years in prison.

Jules-Alexandre Ughetto was executed by guillotine on January 24, 1930, in Digne-les-Bains.