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Former Arsenal midfielder, Thomas Party It has been formally accused of five positions of rape and a position of sexual aggression by him Metropolitan Police ServiceAccording to a statement published on Thursday.
According to reports, alleged crimes took place between 2021 and 2022and involve Three different women.
He 32 -year -old Ghana InternationalWHO Left arsenal as a free agent Earl this week, it is due to Appears in the Westminster Magistrates on August 5 To face the charges.
Detailed charges
In a statement, the Metropolitan Police clarified:
“Crimes are related to Two violation positions of a woman, Three positions of rape of a second womanand A position of sexual assault of a third woman. “
The police force, which serves the 32 districts of Greater LondonHe also revealed that the The investigation was first launched in February 2022After receiving an initial Violation report.
Thomas Party denies all charges
Lawyer and Jenny Wiltshireissued a statement to Britain Press Associationinsisting on the innocence of your client:
“He deny all charges against him“She said.
“Now he welcomes the opportunity to Finally clarify your name. “
CPS confirms the charges presented
He Crown Prosecutor’s Office (CPS) He also issued a formal update on Thursday, confirming that they had Authorized the Prosecutor’s Office of the former Premier League star.
“He Crown prosecution service Today has authorized the prosecution of Thomas Party for multiple positions of rape, after carefully reviewing a comprehensive evidence file “, saying Jaswant NarkalMain prosecutor for the crown to CPS London North.
“Our prosecutors have worked closely with the officers in the Metropolitan Policethat have carried out the investigation, to review the evidence and advise on the appropriate charges. “
Narwal also reminded the public the importance of due process:
“We remind everyone that Criminal procedures are activeAnd the defendant has the Right to a fair trial. “
“We know there will be Significant public interest In this announcement, but it is absolutely vital that there is No reports, comments or share information online that could somehow harm these procedures. “
Police request more information
Detective Andy Furphy Superintendentwhose team leads the investigation, also talked about the matter, reiterating the commitment of the strength of supporting the alleged victims:
“Our priority is still providing support to Women who have appeared“Furphy said in an official statement.
“We would ask anyone who has been affected by this case, or anyone who has information, to Talk to our team. You can contact detectives on this research. “
Arsenal still to comment
Although ESPN has approached Arsenal to commenthe North London Club has not yet issued an official statement With respect to the accusations or charges filed against his former player.
Party signed with Arsenal in 2020 for a reported £ 45 million (approximately $ 61.42 million) transfer of Atlético de Madridand spent Five seasons In Emirates Stadium.
Race before charges
Last season, party did 35 Apparitions in the Premier Leagueannotation Four goals How the arsenal ended second In the League.
He also appeared 12 times in it Champions Leagueplaying a key role in the team’s trip to semifinalswhere they were eliminated by Paris Saint-Germain.
With his contract expired this week, Party became a Free agentAnd the reports had linked it with club interest in Italy, Saudi Arabiaand Turkey Before Thursday’s announcement.
Legal procedures ahead
As the procedures officially begin, the case is expected to attract global attention given the profile of party and the severity of the charges.
Next is when Thomas Party will seem to face the charges in person in Westminster Magistrates Court on August 5.
In line with legal protocols, No more public details are expected until that dateand the authorities have warned against any form of speculation that may affect the integrity of the judicial process.
