Carrie Johnson, the wife of former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, has stated that there could be as many as 1,000 or more victims of the black-cab rapist John Worboys. Johnson, who played a key role in bringing the serial sex attacker to justice, revealed she has been contacted by additional women who believe they were assaulted by him.
Worboys' Criminal History
Worboys was initially convicted in 2009 of 19 sexual offences against 12 women between October 2006 and February 2008. He received an indefinite sentence for public protection with a minimum term of eight years. In 2019, he was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of six years after further victims came forward regarding crimes he admitted to between 2000 and 2008.
Last week, the Parole Board ruled that Worboys continues to represent a high risk of committing further serious sexual offences against women, leading to his refusal of parole. Johnson described this decision as a huge relief for many survivors.
Carrie Johnson's Personal Encounter
Johnson herself encountered Worboys in 2007 when she was a 19-year-old student waiting for a night bus after a night out in Chelsea. He offered to take her home for £5. In his cab, he offered her a celebratory glass of champagne, claiming he had won money at a casino. Thankfully, I didn't drink it, she wrote, describing how she slowly poured the champagne onto the carpet while he was distracted.
She recalled that he pulled over near Putney Common, a dark and deserted area, and got out, presumably waiting for the drug to take effect. He later returned with vodka and insisted she take a shot. After she mentioned her mother was waiting for her, he dropped her off and gave her his phone number.
Upon arriving home, she passed out in the bathroom, fully clothed, rather than making it to her bed. She later came forward during the investigation, identified him in a lineup, and provided the police with his phone number, which helped secure his conviction.
Call for More Victims to Come Forward
Johnson urged other potential victims to come forward, especially after an ITV dramatisation of the case prompted more women to contact her. She believes that many may not have realised they were drugged or may have dismissed their symptoms. I would urge them to come forward if they can, she said on Good Morning Britain.
Worboys will be eligible for parole again in approximately two years. Johnson hopes that the continued attention on the case will help ensure he remains behind bars for good.
