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Ex-BGT Contestant Andrew Johnston Faces Trial for Rape and Sexual Assault

Prosecutors present victim testimonies alleging non-consensual acts, including stealthing and choking, while the defense disputes the claims.

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Overview

  • Andrew Johnston, a former Britain’s Got Talent finalist, is on trial at Southwark Crown Court for two counts of rape and one count of sexual assault.
  • Prosecutors allege Johnston engaged in non-consensual acts such as removing a condom during intercourse and choking two women.
  • One complainant testified she felt 'frozen' and unable to leave after the alleged rape, later encountering Johnston at a nightclub where she alleges further harassment.
  • The second complainant reported Johnston repeatedly placed his hands around her throat and removed a condom mid-intercourse despite her objections.
  • Johnston denies all charges, with his defense arguing the allegations are exaggerated or fabricated; the trial remains ongoing.