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2 hours ago
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Thomas Partey, Former Arsenal Soccer Player, Charged with 5 Counts of Rape
Thomas Partey has been charged with rape and sexual assault Jenny Wiltshire, a lawyer for the 32-year-old former Arsenal midfielder, said that Partey denies the charges and 'welcomes the opportunity to finally clear his name' The Crown Prosecution Service announced on July 4 that the Metropolitan Police charged the soccer star over incidents that three women report took place between 2021 and 2022Thomas Partey, a former midfielder for the Arsenal Football Club, has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault following a police investigation. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) announced on Friday, July 4, that the Metropolitan Police of London charged Partey, 32, after three women reported incidents that took place between 2021 and 2022. The soccer star, who played for Arsenal from 2020 until 2025, is now due in Westminster Magistrates Court on Aug. 5. Partey's lawyer, Jenny Wiltshire, said in a statement to the BBC that he denies the charges and "welcomes the opportunity to finally clear his name." Wiltshire did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for additional comment on Saturday, July 5. Partey's charges include two counts of rape against one person, three against a second person and one count of sexual assault against a third person, per CPS. Jaswant Narwal, the chief crown prosecutor for CPS London North, said in a statement that the agency "carefully" reviewed a "comprehensive file of evidence." "Our prosecutors have worked closely with officers in the Metropolitan Police who have carried out the investigation, to review the evidence and advise on the appropriate charges," she said. 'We remind everyone that criminal proceedings are active, and 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 reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.' Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? Sign up for for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases. In a statement to ESPN and the BBC, an Arsenal spokesperson confirmed that Partey's contract with the club ended on Monday, June 30, and added that, "Due to ongoing legal proceedings the club is unable to comment on the case." A media contact for Arsenal did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for further information on Saturday. Partey joined the club in 2020 after being transferred for £45 million — or $61.4 million — from Spanish club Atlético Madrid, and he scored four goals throughout 35 Premier League appearances last season, according to ESPN. His now-former club finished second in the league. In June, the midfielder posted on Instagram about earning the Ghana Player of the Year award for the third time, with his foundation winning the Football for Good award. "I would also like to thank the organizers for this recognition, to my family and friends for the support, and to everyone who's been part of this journey," he wrote at the time. "I couldn't have done it without you all." Andy Furphy, Metropolitan Police's detective superintendent who is leading the investigation into Partey's charges, encouraged those "impacted by this case, or anyone who has information" to get in contact with detectives at CIT@ per the BBC. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, please contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or go to . If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual abuse, text "STRENGTH" to the Crisis Text Line at 741-741 to be connected to a certified crisis counselor. Read the original article on People

Malay Mail
20 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Ex-Arsenal Ghana international Thomas Partey faces rape, sexual assault allegations
LONDON, July 5 — Former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey was on Friday charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault after complaints by three women, UK police said. The charges against the 32-year-old Ghana international relate to alleged offences that took place between 2021 and 2022, the Metropolitan Police force said in a statement. They 'follow an investigation by detectives, which commenced in February 2022' following the first complaint, police said. Lawyers for Partey, 32, said in a statement he 'denies all the charges against him'. 'He has fully cooperated with the police and CPS throughout their three-year investigation,' said lawyer Jenny Wiltshire. 'He now welcomes the opportunity to finally clear his name. 'Given that there are now ongoing legal proceedings, my client is unable to comment further,' she added. Partey, who was charged four days after leaving the North London club, will appear in court in central London on August 5. Police said the rape charges related to two women, with the sexual assault complaint relating to a third. Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy, whose team is leading the investigation, said their priority was providing 'support to the women who have come forward'. And he urged anyone 'impacted by the case' or 'who has information' to contact police. — AFP

Leader Live
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- Leader Live
Former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey charged with raping two women
The Metropolitan Police said the midfielder faces five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault following alleged offences between 2021 and 2022. Partey's lawyer Jenny Wiltshire said he 'denies all the charges against him', adding: 'He now welcomes the opportunity to finally clear his name.' The Ghanaian international was charged four days after leaving the North London club. The sexual assault allegation relates to a third woman, police added. Partey is accused of two counts of rape against one woman and three counts of rape against another. The force said it first received reports of an allegation of rape in February 2022. Ms Wiltshire said the 32-year-old has 'fully co-operated with the police and CPS (Crown Prosecution Service) throughout their three-year investigation'. Partey, of Hertfordshire, is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on August 5. Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy, whose team is leading the investigation, said: 'Our priority remains providing support to the women who have come forward. 'We would ask anyone who has been impacted by this case, or anyone who has information, to speak with our team. 'You can contact detectives about this investigation by emailing CIT@ Partey joined Arsenal from Atletico Madrid in 2020 in a transfer worth around £45 million. The defensive midfielder signed for the Spanish club in 2012 and made 188 appearances – as well as going out on loan to Mallorca and Leganes. He played 35 games for the north London club in the Premier League last season, scoring four goals. Partey has also made more than 50 appearances for Ghana – including at the World Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations. He left Arsenal following the expiry of his contract on Monday.


South Wales Guardian
a day ago
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- South Wales Guardian
Former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey charged with raping two women
The Metropolitan Police said the midfielder faces five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault following alleged offences between 2021 and 2022. Partey's lawyer Jenny Wiltshire said he 'denies all the charges against him', adding: 'He now welcomes the opportunity to finally clear his name.' The Ghanaian international was charged four days after leaving the North London club. The sexual assault allegation relates to a third woman, police added. Partey is accused of two counts of rape against one woman and three counts of rape against another. The force said it first received reports of an allegation of rape in February 2022. Ms Wiltshire said the 32-year-old has 'fully co-operated with the police and CPS (Crown Prosecution Service) throughout their three-year investigation'. Partey, of Hertfordshire, is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on August 5. Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy, whose team is leading the investigation, said: 'Our priority remains providing support to the women who have come forward. 'We would ask anyone who has been impacted by this case, or anyone who has information, to speak with our team. 'You can contact detectives about this investigation by emailing CIT@ Partey joined Arsenal from Atletico Madrid in 2020 in a transfer worth around £45 million. The defensive midfielder signed for the Spanish club in 2012 and made 188 appearances – as well as going out on loan to Mallorca and Leganes. He played 35 games for the north London club in the Premier League last season, scoring four goals. Partey has also made more than 50 appearances for Ghana – including at the World Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations. He left Arsenal following the expiry of his contract on Monday.

Rhyl Journal
a day ago
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- Rhyl Journal
Former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey charged with raping two women
The Metropolitan Police said the midfielder faces five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault following alleged offences between 2021 and 2022. Partey's lawyer Jenny Wiltshire said he 'denies all the charges against him', adding: 'He now welcomes the opportunity to finally clear his name.' The Ghanaian international was charged four days after leaving the North London club. The sexual assault allegation relates to a third woman, police added. Partey is accused of two counts of rape against one woman and three counts of rape against another. The force said it first received reports of an allegation of rape in February 2022. Ms Wiltshire said the 32-year-old has 'fully co-operated with the police and CPS (Crown Prosecution Service) throughout their three-year investigation'. Partey, of Hertfordshire, is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on August 5. Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy, whose team is leading the investigation, said: 'Our priority remains providing support to the women who have come forward. 'We would ask anyone who has been impacted by this case, or anyone who has information, to speak with our team. 'You can contact detectives about this investigation by emailing CIT@ Partey joined Arsenal from Atletico Madrid in 2020 in a transfer worth around £45 million. The defensive midfielder signed for the Spanish club in 2012 and made 188 appearances – as well as going out on loan to Mallorca and Leganes. He played 35 games for the north London club in the Premier League last season, scoring four goals. Partey has also made more than 50 appearances for Ghana – including at the World Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations. He left Arsenal following the expiry of his contract on Monday.