A major investigation by Wiltshire Police has resulted in six men being charged with a series of sexual offences against a 48-year-old woman from Swindon, spanning more than a decade.
Details of the Charges and Accused
Philip Young, 49, formerly of Swindon and now living in Enfield, faces the most serious allegations. He has been charged with multiple counts of rape and administering a substance with intent to stupefy his ex-wife, Joanne Young. He is remanded in custody and will appear at Swindon Magistrates' Court on Tuesday.
The five other men charged in connection with the case are all due to appear at the same court. They have been released on bail. The accused are:
- Norman Macksoni, 47, of Wood End Close, Sharnbrook. Charged with one count of rape and possession of extreme images. He is a black British national.
- Dean Hamilton, 47, of no fixed abode. Charged with one count of rape, sexual assault by penetration, and two counts of sexual touching. He is a white British national.
- Conner Sanderson Doyle, 31, of Crofton Road, Swindon. Charged with sexual assault by penetration and sexual touching. He is a white British national.
- Richard Wilkins, 61, of Tattershall, Toothill, Swindon. Charged with one count of rape and sexual touching. He is a white British national.
- Mohammed Hassan, 37, of Torun Way, Swindon. Charged with sexual touching. He is a British Asian male.
Victim's Decision and Police Investigation
The alleged offences are said to have occurred between 2010 and 2023. The victim, Joanne Young, has taken the significant step of waiving her automatic legal right to anonymity.
Detective Superintendent Geoff Smith of Wiltshire Police stated: "This is a significant update in what is a complex and extensive investigation. She has been supported by specially trained officers from the beginning of the process and she has made the decision following multiple discussions with officers and support services."
Legal Proceedings and Public Interest
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has authorised the prosecutions following the police investigation. Specialist prosecutor James Foster said: "Our prosecutors have worked to establish that there is sufficient evidence to charge and that it is in the public interest to pursue criminal proceedings. We have worked closely with Wiltshire Police as they carried out their investigation."
Wiltshire Police have asked anyone with information related to the case to come forward. You can call 101 quoting reference number 54240080286 or report online via the Wiltshire Police website.
