Premier League footballers arrested in alleged rape case

Posted : 24 April 2024

Two 19-year-old Premier League footballers have been arrested on suspicion of rape, according to police reports. After being interviewed by the authorities, both individuals were released on bail. The players belong to the same club, which has refrained from commenting on the allegations.
 
According to a police spokesperson, the arrests were made following a report of rape. One of the players was arrested on suspicion of assault and aiding and abetting a rape, while the other was arrested on suspicion of rape. Both have been released on police bail pending further investigation.
 
The allegations, initially reported by The Sun newspaper, suggest that the incident occurred on Friday. It remains unclear whether the players have been suspended from the club while the police inquiry unfolds. This incident underscores the importance of the Premier League's mandatory sexual consent training introduced in 2022, following previous incidents involving footballers in the top flight.

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