A husband has pleaded guilty to drugging and raping his wife for more than two decades without her knowledge.
The man, who cannot be named to protect his wife’s identity, admitted to the offences at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court today.
Earlier this year, the man pleaded guilty to a number of sexual offences against his wife, dating between 2022 and 2025, including rape and sexual assault.
The husband, in his 60s from Stockport in Manchester, today admitted to a further string of offences, dating back to 2004, including administering a substance with intent to stupefy or overpower.
He admitted for 45 charges – now pleading guilty to a total of 60 – including: 16 counts of rape, nine counts of assault by penetration, eight counts of other sexual offences, seven counts of sexual assault, four counts of attempted rape and one count of administering a substance with intent.
Wearing a dark grey suit, the man at one point broke down in tears as he entered his pleas from the dock in the Manchester court.
He was allowed to sit down to answer the remaining charges.
The victim sat in the front row of the public gallery during the hearing, surrounded by family members.
Greater Manchester Police described the case as a ‘complex investigation’
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GETTYAssistant Chief Constable Rick Jackson said: “Our focus remains on supporting the victim of this horrific campaign of abuse through what is a very complex investigation.
“Specialist support continues to be provided to the victim at the centre of this case.
“If you are concerned you or someone you know may be affected by drug-facilitated sexual abuse, please know that you do not need proof, certainty, or a clear memory to be taken seriously.
“You are not expected to understand exactly what has happened or who was involved in order to be taken seriously. If you feel that something has happened, then please report it or ask for help.”
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