UK prosecutors have officially authorised 21 criminal charges against controversial influencers Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate, marking the first time these charges have been confirmed in Britain.
According to a statement from the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), the charges include rape, actual bodily harm, human trafficking, and controlling prostitution for gain. The CPS said it authorised the charges following a file of evidence submitted by Bedfordshire Police, related to multiple allegations made in the UK.
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Charges Against the Tate Brothers
- Andrew Tate, 38, faces 10 charges linked to three alleged victims, including:
- Rape
- Human trafficking
- Actual bodily harm
- Controlling prostitution for gain
- Tristan Tate, 36, faces 11 charges connected to one alleged victim, including:
- Rape
- Human trafficking
- Actual bodily harm
The brothers, both dual British-American citizens, are currently under investigation in Romania for separate allegations, which they continue to deny. The CPS noted that criminal matters in Romania must be resolved before the UK extradition proceedings can move forward.
The charges were authorised before an extradition warrant was issued in 2024 to return the pair from Romania to the UK for prosecution.
Background
Born in the United States, Andrew and Tristan moved to Luton, UK, with their mother after their parents divorced. Andrew Tate rose to prominence as a former kickboxing champion and later as a controversial online influencer.
This is a developing story. More updates will follow as new information becomes available.
