ReutersThomas Partey, a former footballer for Arsenal, was charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, and has been released on conditional bail.
The 32-year-old Ghanaian was detained on Tuesday and charged with five counts of rape against two women and sexual assault against a third woman.
The alleged offences took place between 2021 and 2022 when he was playing for north London club Arsenal.
As he entered the court, Mr. Partey was wearing a navy blazer and a zip-neck jumper. In the dock, he sat with his back to his side.
He confirmed that he understood the terms of his bail and that he had given his name.
According to his bail conditions, he is required to notify police of any permanent address changes or travel abroad and cannot speak with any of the three women.
The charges come after a detectives’ investigation began in February of that year, 2022, when police first received a rape report.
Jenny Wiltshire, Mr. Partey’s attorney, previously stated that he “denies all the charges against him,” and that he was pleased that the opportunity came to finally clear his name.
Source: BBC
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