Husband who drugged and raped wife for 20 years no longer part of trial
Summary
A man in his 60s from Greater Manchester has admitted to drugging and raping his wife over more than 20 years. He pleaded guilty to 60 offences, including rape and assault, and is no longer part of a larger trial involving 12 other men accused of sexual offences against the same woman.Key Facts
- The husband, from Stockport, admitted to 60 crimes including rape, assault by penetration, and giving his wife drugs without her knowledge.
- His abuse started in 2004 and continued for more than 20 years.
- The husband pleaded guilty in court, which protects his wife’s identity by not naming him publicly.
- Twelve other men are still on trial for sexual offences against the same woman, dating back to 2018.
- A 14th man also pleaded guilty to offences against the woman.
- The trial is taking place at Minshull Street Crown Court in Manchester.
- The jury will return to court on October 5, with the trial expected to finish by December 18.
- The husband was removed as a defendant after his guilty pleas, so the remaining trial focuses on the other men.
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