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A care worker has admitted raping vulnerable residents at a Gloucestershire care home.A care worker has admitted raping vulnerable residents at a Gloucestershire care home.
Colin Stokes, 47, from Dursley, appeared at Gloucester Crown Court where he admitted three counts of rape against three women between January 2012 and April 2013.Colin Stokes, 47, from Dursley, appeared at Gloucester Crown Court where he admitted three counts of rape against three women between January 2012 and April 2013.
He denied a further count of rape and one of sexual assault. The court was told those charges would lie on file.He denied a further count of rape and one of sexual assault. The court was told those charges would lie on file.
Stokes was remanded in custody until 20 March, when he will be sentenced.Stokes was remanded in custody until 20 March, when he will be sentenced.
Judge Jamie Tabor QC ordered a pre-sentence report to be completed to assess what danger Stokes may pose in the future.Judge Jamie Tabor QC ordered a pre-sentence report to be completed to assess what danger Stokes may pose in the future.
Speaking after the court appearance, Margaret Willcox, director of adult services at Gloucestershire County Council, said: "We are absolutely appalled at the crimes that have been committed here.
"The courage of the victims, prompt action by the county council and the thorough and effective investigation by the police has resulted in this prosecution."
She said concerns were raised following a check by the council on its care services and the police were immediately involved.
"We have terminated our contract with the provider, and have contacted every council in the UK suggesting no care business is placed with them," she added.