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Chinese PhD Student Zhenhao Zou Jailed for Drugging and Raping 10 Women in the UK
A Chinese postgraduate student, Zhenhao Zou, has been sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of drugging and raping ten women in a horrifying string of calculated attacks across the UK.
Zou, 31, who was studying for a PhD in artificial intelligence at the University of Birmingham, lured women through online dating apps and social media. Once he gained their trust, he would invite them to his flat, where he secretly administered powerful sedatives before carrying out the rapes. Many of his victims were left unconscious, with no recollection of the attack.
Chilling Pattern of Abuse
The court heard that Zou’s crimes spanned over three years, with incidents occurring between 2021 and 2023. His victims, aged between 18 and 30, included both British and international students. Police described his methodical behaviour as “predatory and calculated,” noting that Zou often filmed the assaults and stored the footage in encrypted files on his devices.
One detective described it as “some of the most disturbing evidence we’ve encountered.” Investigators recovered dozens of videos and images, some showing Zou posing beside his unconscious victims.
How He Was Caught
Zou’s crimes came to light after one victim managed to escape his flat and reported the incident to police. A search of Zou’s residence uncovered large quantities of sedatives including benzodiazepines, along with a cache of digital evidence. The case expanded dramatically when forensic investigators managed to identify other victims from the recovered footage.
Initially denying all charges, Zou later admitted to ten counts of rape, along with multiple counts of administering a substance with intent and voyeurism. The scale of his offending shocked both the public and legal experts, with the judge branding him “a deeply dangerous individual who poses a serious threat to women.”
Sentencing and Public Response
At Birmingham Crown Court, Zou was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 25 years. Judge Samantha Griffiths said:
“This was a campaign of sexual violence driven by manipulation, deceit, and a complete disregard for human dignity. The psychological damage inflicted on your victims is immeasurable.”
The case has sparked outrage and renewed calls for stronger regulation of online dating platforms, as well as greater awareness around the dangers of drug-facilitated sexual assault.
University Response and Visa Status
The University of Birmingham confirmed that Zou had been suspended immediately upon his arrest and stated they were cooperating fully with police. The Home Office has also confirmed that due to the gravity of the crimes, Zou’s student visa has been revoked.
Support for Victims
Victim support groups praised the bravery of the women who came forward.
“Many of these women had no memory of the attack and were filled with confusion and trauma,” a spokesperson for Rape Crisis England & Wales. “Their courage has helped stop a dangerous predator.”
Police believe there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward and have urged anyone with information to contact them in confidence.
Attached is a news article regarding zou victims who he raped and drugged over 10 women
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g8dy38qxjo.amp
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