Former Councillor Admits to Decade-Long Crimes

Philip Young, a former British local councillor, confessed to 48 crimes, including drugging and raping his ex-wife Joanne Young over a decade. At Winchester Crown Court, he admitted to multiple charges, encompassing rape, administering stupefying substances, and sexual assault from 2010 to 2023.


Devdiscourse News Desk | London | Updated: 23-01-2026 21:07 IST | Created: 23-01-2026 21:07 IST
Former Councillor Admits to Decade-Long Crimes
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In a shocking courtroom revelation, former British local councillor Philip Young admitted guilt to a staggering series of offences against his ex-wife. Over a span of more than ten years, Young committed these heinous acts, leaving a dark imprint on the lives of those involved.

The court heard that Young pleaded guilty to 48 separate crimes, including 11 counts of rape and 11 counts of administering substances with the intent to stupefy. These acts facilitated subsequent sexual activities, marking a significant breach of trust and violation of rights.

Young's admissions took place at Winchester Crown Court, where he also faced charges of assault by penetration and sexual assault. Prosecutors noted that his ex-wife, Joanne Young, had consented to waive her legal right to anonymity, bringing attention to this harrowing case.

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