At least eight arrests linked to forums that encourage drugging and raping women
Summary
At least eight people have been arrested in the UK for being part of online groups that encourage men to drug and rape women. The National Crime Agency (NCA) identified 270 people linked to websites sharing videos of coordinated sexual abuse and is working with international police agencies to find more offenders and support victims.Key Facts
- The UK’s NCA found 270 people linked to forums sharing sexual abuse videos since October 2025.
- At least eight people have been arrested in connection with these online groups.
- These crimes often involve long-term partners and can last for many years.
- The NCA is coordinating with law enforcement from countries including Brazil, Canada, France, Hungary, the Netherlands, Spain, and the United States.
- Fourteen investigations are ongoing, and eight victims have been identified and helped so far.
- More than 150 offenders and victims were identified in recent international cooperation, revealing four new abusive online communities.
- Authorities emphasize that victims may not realize what happened immediately and encourage seeking help even without clear memories.
- The case of Gisèle Pelicot, whose husband drugged and allowed others to rape her repeatedly, is similar to the crimes being investigated.
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