Zhenhao Zou, a 28-year-old PhD student at University College London, was convicted of drugging and raping ten women while filming the assaults. As the investigation unfolded, police discovered videos depicting at least 50 other unidentified women, leading to a worldwide appeal for more victims to come forward. Since then, more than 23 additional women have reported assaults. The police have expressed their concern about Zou possibly being one of the most prolific sexual predators, urging anyone who may have been victimized to reach out regardless of their location.
Judge Rosina Cottage stated that Zhenhao Zou is a 'dangerous and predatory' offender, signifying the severe nature of his crimes and the long prison term he faces.
Detectives revealed that Zou had filmed his assaults with hidden cameras and had a trophy box of victims' belongings, showcasing his calculated and predatory behavior.
Metropolitan Police commander Kevin Southworth emphasized the need for victims, regardless of their location, to come forward, reflecting the global nature of Zou's potential crimes.
The ongoing investigation aims to identify more victims as over 20 women have reported assaults, indicating Zou's troubling pattern of offending, potentially marking him as one of the worst offenders.
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