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13 Men Charged in Manchester 20-Year Rape Conspiracy

6/26/2026

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Story summary
  • Thirteen men have been charged in Manchester with conspiracy to rape over a 20-year abuse.
  • Reporting restrictions were lifted, allowing publication of the accused names while the victim’s identity stays protected.
  • The accused, aged 28 to 73, include a senior paramedic, a taxi driver and a former junior football coach.
  • Five defendants are on bail while the remaining, including Keith Fortheringham who pleaded guilty, stay in custody pending sentencing.