UK arrests in online network encouraging men to drug and rape women

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UK authorities have arrested at least eight individuals linked to online forums that promote the drugging and raping of women.
The National Crime Agency identified 270 people involved in sharing footage of sexual abuse, with investigations spanning multiple countries.

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UK authorities have arrested at least eight individuals linked to online forums that promote the drugging and raping of women. The National Crime Agency identified 270 people involved in sharing footage of sexual abuse, with investigations spanning multiple countries.

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