Story by Phalonzy
Ghanaian footballer Thomas Partey, a former Arsenal midfielder, has been slapped with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) in the United Kingdom.
The alleged sexual offences transpired between 2021 and 2022, involving three women.
According to the Metropolitan Police, the charges include two counts of rape relating to one woman, three counts of rape in connection to a second woman, and one count of sexual assault linked to a third woman.
Partey’s contract with Arsenal ended recently, after playing with the team since 2020.
Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy, who is leading the investigation, emphasized that providing support to the women who have come forward remains their top priority. He also encouraged anyone impacted by the case or with information to contact the police via email at CIT@met.police.uk.
“We would ask anyone who has been impacted by this case, or anyone who has information, to speak with our team,” Det Supt Furphy said.
Partey is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. His lawyer, Jenny Wiltshire, has stated that he denies all charges and has cooperated fully with the police and CPS throughout their three-year investigation.
“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,” Wiltshire said.
