Rapper Slowthai Acquitted of Rape Charges in Oxford Trial

The Grammy-nominated artist and his co-defendant were found not guilty after a two-week trial over allegations stemming from a 2021 house party.

Tyron Frampton, known as Slowthai, and Alex Blake-Walker were cleared of three joint rape charges following over 10 hours of jury deliberation at Oxford Crown Court.
The allegations stemmed from a 2021 house party after Slowthai's concert in Oxford, where two women accused the men of non-consensual sexual acts.
Both defendants maintained that all sexual activity was consensual, with Slowthai denying the accusations as false and claiming the complainants were lying.
The trial raised questions of consent, with the defense highlighting inconsistencies in the prosecution's case and characterizing Slowthai as a thoughtful individual rather than a stereotypical rapper.
Slowthai, supported by his wife, pop star Anne-Marie, faced professional fallout during the legal proceedings, including removal from major festival lineups.