74-year-old admits raping woman allegedly drugged by her husband
A 74-year-old man has pleaded guilty to raping a woman who prosecutors say was drugged and sexually abused by her husband and other men. His admission is one of several in a case involving 14 defendants, with 10 men still due to face trial over alleged offences against the woman.
The husband has admitted 62 offences against his wife between 2004 and 2025, including rape, sexual assault and administering a noxious substance. Two other men have also pleaded guilty to offences, while the remaining defendants deny the allegations; their trial is scheduled to begin on 2 November. The judge granted the 74-year-old bail until sentencing, warning that he should expect a lengthy prison term.
- A 74-year-old man admitted raping the woman.
- Her husband has admitted 62 offences against her.
- Ten other men deny charges and are due to stand trial.
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The case centres on allegations that a woman was sexually abused over many years by her husband and other men. Prosecutors say her husband gave her drugs; he has admitted offences including rape, sexual assault and administering a harmful substance.
Fourteen men have been charged in connection with the case. Some have admitted offences, while others deny the allegations and are due to face trial. The proceedings will determine the outcome of those charges.
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Originally published by Daily Mail as “Grandfather, 74, admits abusing woman who was drugged and raped by her husband”.