Former Arsenal and Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey, 31, has reportedly been charged with rape following a months-long investigation by the Metropolitan Police. This marks a major escalation in a case that has been unfolding since mid‑2022.
The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised the Metropolitan Police Service to charge a man after a file of evidence was submitted by detectives.
The Met has issued a charge and requisition to Thomas Partey, 32 (13/06/1993), of Hertfordshire, in connection with the following offences:
Five counts of rape
- One count of sexual assault
- The charges are broken down as follows:
- Two counts of rape relate to one woman
- Three counts of rape relate to a second woman
- One count of sexual assault relates to a third woman
The offences are reported to have taken place between 2021 – 2022.
The charges follow an investigation by detectives, which commenced in February 2022 after police first received a report of rape.
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@met.police.uk”
Thomas Partey will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 5 August.
Support is available by contacting the independent charity, Rape Crisis at 24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line.
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