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Aachen Court Sentences Man to 8½ Years for Drugging, Raping Wife and Posting Videos Online

A tip from journalists set off the investigation, with the conviction for sedation-enabled abuse now subject to appeal.

Overview

  • He secretly sedated his wife, assaulted her over several years, and uploaded recordings to group chats and internet platforms.
  • According to the judgment, the offenses occurred in the couple’s home from 2018 to 2024, with some alleged incidents legally merged and a 2009 allegation not confirmed.
  • The court convicted him of aggravated rape, dangerous bodily harm, and violations of highly personal privacy through image recordings.
  • Investigations began after journalists alerted the Federal Criminal Police Office, and a court spokesperson was reported as saying the defendant admitted the crimes.
  • The 8½‑year term falls between the prosecution’s 10‑year request and the defense’s call for eight years, the verdict is not yet final, and reports note parallels to France’s Pelicot case.