Former Arsenal player Thomas Partey has been charged with a serious sexual offence in the incidents that took place between 2021 and 2022.
Since then, the Ghana international has denied everything he has been charged since the case heard in court on August 5, 2025. The players’ legal team and authorities stressed the importance of a fair trial and urged discretion in public comments.
You need to know the allegations against Thomas Partey
- Accused of multiple sexual offences
Thomas Partey has formally charged five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault by the Crown Procuratorate, based on charges of three independent women. The crime is said to have occurred between 2021 and 2022.
- Survey schedule and court date
Metropolitan police began an investigation after receiving their first report in February 2022.
Partey was arrested that summer, released on bail and continued to play for Arsenal. He plans to appear in Westminster District Court on August 5, 2025.
- He denies all charges and is working together
Partey denied all charges and his legal team has confirmed that he has worked completely throughout the three-year investigation. His lawyer insists that he is looking forward to clearing the scandal’s name. 1
- Legal and public response
CPS and Metropolitan police stressed that there is an ongoing legal process and caution to avoid reporting or online comments, which could harm it. They also encourage those with relevant information to step up.
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