Ex-Arsenal star Thomas Partey charged with five counts of rape

Updated: 06 Jul, 2025 • 0 • min read

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Ex-Arsenal star Thomas Partey charged with five counts of rape

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Former Arsenal and Ghana international midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault by the Metropolitan Police, it has been confirmed.

The 32-year-old, who left Arsenal at the end of June after his contract expired, is accused of offences involving three different women, allegedly committed between 2021 and 2022.

The charges include:

Three counts of rape against one woman
Two counts of rape against a second
One count of sexual assault against a third

Partey is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 5 August 2025.

Met Police and CPS Statements

A statement from the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said the charges follow a "careful review" of a comprehensive file of evidence gathered during a three-year investigation.

The investigation began in February 2022, following an initial report of rape.

Jaswant Narwal, Chief Crown Prosecutor for CPS London North, confirmed:

The Crown Prosecution Service has today authorised the prosecution of Thomas Partey for multiple counts of rape - after carefully reviewing 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.

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.

The Metropolitan Police added that their focus remains on supporting the women who have come forward.

Partey Denies All Charges

Through his lawyer Jenny Wiltshire, Partey has denied all allegations.

In a statement provided to media, she said:

Thomas Partey denies all the charges against him.

He has fully cooperated with the police and CPS throughout their three-year investigation. 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.

Arsenal Response

Arsenal have also issued a brief statement via the BBC.

The player's contract ended on June 30. Due to ongoing legal proceedings the club is unable to comment on the case.

Partey joined Arsenal from Atlético Madrid in 2020 after the Gunners triggered his £45 million release clause.

During his time at the Emirates, he made 167 appearances in all competitions and scored nine goals.

He is currently a free agent following the expiry of his contract last month.

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