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South Wales Guardian
4 days ago
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- South Wales Guardian
Top Boy actor Michael Ward charged with two counts of rape
The offences relate to one woman and are reported to have taken place in January 2023. Ward is known for playing Jamie in the third and fourth series of the crime drama TV series Top Boy. He has also appeared in films such as Empire of Light, Blue Story, The Old Guard, The Beautiful Game and Eddington. Top Boy actor Micheal Ward, 27, has been charged with rape and sexual assault by the Metropolitan Police. For his work, he has been nominated for a BAFTA twice, in the Best Actor in a Supporting Role category for Empire of Light, and for Lovers Rock, which is one of the films in the Small Axe collection from Steve McQueen. He also won the BAFTA Rising Star Award in 2020, which acknowledges new talents in the acting industry. In a statement, Catherine Baccas, deputy chief crown prosecutor for CPS London South, said: "Having carefully reviewed a file of evidence, the Crown Prosecution Service has authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge Micheal Ward, 27, with two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sexual assault against a woman in January 2023. "He will appear at Thames Magistrates' Court on Thursday, 28 August 2025. "We remind all concerned that proceedings against the suspect are active and he has a right to a fair trial. "It is vital that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in anyway prejudice these proceedings." The Met's Det Supt Scott Ware said: "Our specialist officers continue to support the woman who has come forward - we know investigations of this nature can have significant impact on those who make reports."
The Herald Scotland
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Top Boy actor Michael Ward charged with two counts of rape
Ward is known for playing Jamie in the third and fourth series of the crime drama TV series Top Boy. He has also appeared in films such as Empire of Light, Blue Story, The Old Guard, The Beautiful Game and Eddington. Top Boy actor Micheal Ward, 27, has been charged with rape and sexual assault by the Metropolitan Police. — LBC News (@LBCNews) July 25, 2025 For his work, he has been nominated for a BAFTA twice, in the Best Actor in a Supporting Role category for Empire of Light, and for Lovers Rock, which is one of the films in the Small Axe collection from Steve McQueen. He also won the BAFTA Rising Star Award in 2020, which acknowledges new talents in the acting industry. In a statement, Catherine Baccas, deputy chief crown prosecutor for CPS London South, said: "Having carefully reviewed a file of evidence, the Crown Prosecution Service has authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge Micheal Ward, 27, with two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sexual assault against a woman in January 2023. "He will appear at Thames Magistrates' Court on Thursday, 28 August 2025. "We remind all concerned that proceedings against the suspect are active and he has a right to a fair trial. "It is vital that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in anyway prejudice these proceedings." The Met's Det Supt Scott Ware said: "Our specialist officers continue to support the woman who has come forward - we know investigations of this nature can have significant impact on those who make reports."
Metro
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Top Boy actor Micheal Ward charged with rape and sexual assault
Bafta-nominated actor Micheal Ward has been charged with rape and sexual assault, the Metropolitan Police said. The Jamaican-born English actor and former model, 27, is best known for films Blue Story and The Old Guard and also starred as Jamie in Netflix's Top Boy. In 2020, he was awarded the Bafta rising star award. He is accused of offences against one woman in January 2023, according to police. The force said he is charged with two counts of rape and three counts of sexual assault. Ward, of Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, will appear at Thames Magistrates' Court on August 28, the Crown Prosecution Service said. In a statement, Catherine Baccas, deputy chief crown prosecutor for CPS London South, added: 'Having carefully reviewed a file of evidence, the Crown Prosecution Service has authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge Micheal Ward, 27, with two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sexual assault against a woman in January 2023. More Trending 'He will appear at Thames Magistrates' Court on Thursday, 28 August 2025. 'We remind all concerned that proceedings against the suspect are active and he has a right to a fair trial. 'It is vital that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.' Reps for Micheal Ward have been contacted for comment. This is a breaking news story, more to follow soon… Check back shortly for further updates. If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. For more stories like this, check our entertainment page. Follow Entertainment on Twitter and Facebook for the latest celeb and entertainment updates. You can now also get articles sent straight to your device. Sign up for our daily push alerts here. View More »
Daily Record
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Top Boy actor Micheal Ward charged with rape and sexual assault
Ward, who also appeared in films Blue Story and The Old Guard, allegedly carried out the offences in January 2023. Bafta-nominated actor Micheal Ward, who has appeared in Top Boy, has been charged with rape and sexual assault, the Metropolitan Police said. Ward, who also appeared in films Blue Story and The Old Guard, allegedly carried out the offences in January 2023. The 22-year-old Jamaican-born English actor is accused of two counts of rape and three of sexual assault. The alleged offences relate to one woman, the Met Police confirmed. Ward will appear at Thames Magistrates' Court on August 28. Detective Superintendent Scott Ware, whose team is leading the Met's investigation, said: 'Our specialist officers continue to support the woman who has come forward - we know investigations of this nature can have significant impact on those who make reports.' Meanwhile, Catherine Baccas, deputy chief crown prosecutor for CPS London South, said: 'Having carefully reviewed a file of evidence, the Crown Prosecution Service has authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge Micheal Ward, 27, with two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sexual assault against a woman in January 2023. 'He will appear at Thames Magistrates' Court on Thursday August 28 2025. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. 'We remind all concerned that proceedings against the suspect are active and he has a right to a fair trial. 'It is vital that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in anyway prejudice these proceedings.' Micheal has appeared in a number of movies and TV shows, including Bob Marley biopic, Bob Marley: One Love, BBC mini series Small Axe, The Book of Clarence and The Beautiful Game. In 2020 he won a BAFTA Rising Star Award and an NME Award for Best Film Actor. He was also nominated for BAFTAS in 2021 and 2023 for his roles in Small Axe and Empire of Light.
Daily Record
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Top Boy actor Michael Ward charged with rape and sexual assualt
Ward, who also appeared in films Blue Story and The Old Guard, allegedly carried out the offences in January 2023. Bafta-nominated actor Micheal Ward, who has appeared in Top Boy, has been charged with rape and sexual assault, the Metropolitan Police said. Ward, who also appeared in films Blue Story and The Old Guard, allegedly carried out the offences in January 2023. The 22-year-old Jamaican-born English actor is accused of two counts of rape and three of sexual assault. The alleged offences relate to one woman, the Met Police confirmed. Ward will appear at Thames Magistrates' Court on August 28. Detective Superintendent Scott Ware, whose team is leading the Met's investigation, said: 'Our specialist officers continue to support the woman who has come forward - we know investigations of this nature can have significant impact on those who make reports.' Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you. We're also on Facebook - your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day from the Daily Record, Sunday Mail and Record Online Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
