One of three rape claims against Premier League player dropped
A Premier League player arrested on suspicion of rape is no longer being investigated by police over one of the three alleged incidents.
The 29-year-old, who has not been named, was initially taken into custody earlier this month over an alleged attack in June.
He was then questioned over two further rape allegations against a different woman, one in April 2021 and one in June 2021.
The Metropolitan Police said on Thursday no further action will be taken over the June 2021 allegation but investigations continue into the other allegations.
His bail has now been extended to October.
In a statement the Met Police said: “No further action will be taken in relation to the offence in June 2021 but the investigation into the remaining offences is ongoing.
“The man was initially bailed until a date in August but his bail has since been extended to a date in early October.”
On 13 July his club said the player, who denies the allegations, would not be suspended.
“We are aware of the allegations which are currently the subject of a police investigation,” said the club, which has also not been named, in a statement at the time.
Source: BBC
You May Also Like
Sign up to The Daily Briefing
Stay informed with the most relevant stories shaping Ghana and the world, every morning and evening.
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy.
The Publishing Desk at Media General Digital can be reached at editorial@mg.com.gh
