Shocking Crimes Unveiled – Joshua Springer, 35, from Cornstall Buildings, Stamford, has pleaded guilty to...

Published: 9:47 pm December 3, 2025
Updated: 9:47 pm December 3, 2025
Man Admits Raping Elderly Women at Stamford Care Home

Shocking Crimes Unveiled – Joshua Springer, 35, from Cornstall Buildings, Stamford, has pleaded guilty to nine counts of rape against four women. The horrific attacks targeted elderly residents at a Lincolnshire care home and one victim in North Yorkshire.

Details of the Horrific Offences

  • Springer admitted to six charges involving three women and three charges against a fourth woman.
  • Three of the victims lived at a care home in Lincolnshire, the location of which has been kept confidential to protect victims’ privacy.
  • The fourth victim was attacked at a separate address in North Yorkshire.

He also pleaded guilty to three charges of producing indecent images of children, including some in the most extreme category.

Justice on the Horizon

Springer was arrested on 26 July following police investigations after reports of sexual assaults at the care home. He appeared at Lincoln Magistrates’ Court on 28 July and was remanded in custody.

His guilty plea was entered at Lincoln Crown Court on Tuesday, 2 December. Sentencing is scheduled for Friday, 6 February.

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