Controversial internet personalities Andrew and Tristan Tate have been charged in the UK with a string of serious offences, including rape, human trafficking, and controlling prostitution. The charges relate to allegations made by four women, with incidents said to have taken place before the brothers moved to Romania.
Charges Confirmed by Crown Prosecution Service
In a statement released this week, the Crown Prosecution Service confirmed: “We can confirm that we have authorised charges against Andrew and Tristan Tate for offences including rape, human trafficking, controlling prostitution, and actual bodily harm against three women. These charging decisions followed receipt of a file of evidence from Bedfordshire Police.”
A European Arrest Warrant was issued in 2024 in connection with the case, but the extradition of the brothers to the UK has been delayed as they face separate criminal proceedings in Romania. The CPS made it clear that under international legal protocols, domestic matters in Romania must be resolved before any extradition can be enforced.
Legal Proceedings Already Underway in Romania
The Tate brothers have already spent time in detention in Romania, where they were arrested in December 2022. Romanian prosecutors have charged them with forming an organised crime group to sexually exploit women. The pair are accused of luring women through false promises of relationships or work, then coercing them into producing pornographic content for profit.
So far, prosecutors in Bucharest have brought charges against the brothers and two Romanian associates, accusing them of forcing victims into “acts of physical violence and mental coercion.” The alleged offences include human trafficking and rape, with a Romanian court ruling that the brothers must remain under house arrest while their trial continues.
CPS Issues Warning Over Online Speculation
Following the announcement of the new UK charges, the CPS issued a warning urging the public and media not to jeopardise the legal process. “Criminal proceedings are active, and the defendants have the right to a fair trial,” a spokesperson said. “It is extremely important that there be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.”
Andrew Tate, a former kickboxer and self-styled influencer, rose to online fame for his provocative videos and controversial views, many of which have been widely condemned as misogynistic. He and his brother have repeatedly denied all allegations against them and have claimed the investigations are politically motivated.
For now, the Tate brothers remain in Romania while legal proceedings continue in both countries. The timeline for any possible extradition to the UK remains unclear.
