Overview
- Jon Ruben, 76, pleaded guilty to sexual assault of a child under 13, assault of a child under 13 by penetration, eight counts of child cruelty, four drug offences and three indecent-image offences.
- Judge Timothy Spencer KC said a significant prison term is expected, with sentencing set for February 6, 2026 at Leicester Crown Court.
- The court heard he crushed or injected sedatives into sweets in a “sweet game,” leaving children dazed, vomiting or unconscious.
- Eight children were taken to hospital after a July 27 report to police, and liquid Xanax was identified among substances used.
- The indecent images involved 50 Category A, 22 Category B and seven Category C videos made between August 2023 and June 2025, none featuring children from the camp.