Man admits lacing sweets with sedatives and assaulting boys at summer camp
Published: 11/14/2025

Jon Ruben, a man from Nottinghamshire, has admitted to lacing sweets with tranquillizer and committing sexual offenses against young boys at a summer camp in Leicestershire. The 76-year-old pleaded guilty to 17 charges but denied one sexual offense against a boy under 13. Authorities are considering whether to proceed with this charge as Ruben remains in custody pending a further hearing on November 28. These disturbing revelations have sparked intense investigations and concerns regarding child safety and welfare.



