Understand
Husband who admitted drugging and raping wife makes witness statement
Overview
A man who admitted to drugging and raping his wife for over 20 years has provided a detailed witness statement for an ongoing trial at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court. The husband pleaded guilty to 60 offences last month, and a co-defendant has also pleaded guilty. The trial involving 12 remaining defendants has been delayed while legal teams review the husband's extensive statement, with the prosecution case expected to open on 19 October.
Key points
- The husband admitted to 60 offences, including rape and administering a substance with intent, after initially denying the charges.
- He has provided a detailed witness statement about what he says happened, which is currently being reviewed by defence counsel.
- The trial at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court involves 12 remaining defendants accused in connection with the case.
- A co-defendant, Keith Fotheringham, has also pleaded guilty to several offences.
- The prosecution case against the remaining defendants is scheduled to open on Monday 19 October.