Mr. Zou, who was pursuing mechanical engineering at University College London, lured victims from the student community as well as through various social media and dating apps. His modus operandi involved incapacitating victims with a dangerous combination of drugs, which often left them with no memory of the events. Commander Kevin Southworth, who leads the Metropolitan Police investigation, indicated that many may remain unaware of their victimization. There are at least 50 additional potential victims identified in Zou's disturbing recordings, further adding to the case's complexity.

The police have reached out to encourage any other individuals who believe they may have been victimized to step forward, aware that their task is complicated by the quality of the footage, which often doesn't allow for clear identification of the victims. The impact of Zou's crimes has reverberated deeply within the community, casting a chilling light on safety for vulnerable individuals online and in social settings.