A man from Aachen, Germany has been sentenced to 8 and a half years in prison for raping and drugging his wife, distributing the images on the internet.

The court in Aachen, Germany, sentenced a 61-year-old man, identified as Fernando P., to eight and a half years in prison for aggravated rape, serious bodily harm, and violation of privacy. Between 2018 and 2024, he drugged his wife before raping her, recording the abuses and distributing the video materials online.

The trial was largely held behind closed doors to protect the victim's identity. The woman's lawyer emphasized that the verdict cannot erase the suffering endured, but it can help in the healing process. The court's decision is not final and can be appealed. The case has been compared to a similar incident in France, highlighting a broader issue of domestic violence.