Paul Gallagher, the older brother of Oasis frontmen Noel and Liam Gallagher, has been charged with rape and a series of violent sexual offences following a Metropolitan Police investigation that began in 2024. The 59-year-old from East Finchley in north London faces multiple serious charges relating to incidents alleged to have occurred between 2022 and 2024.
The charges against Gallagher include rape, coercive and controlling behaviour, three counts of sexual assault, three counts of intentional strangulation, two counts of making threats to kill, and assault occasioning actual bodily harm. All offences are said to relate to one woman, who is currently being supported by specially trained police officers.
Investigation and Court Appearance
Paul Gallagher is scheduled to appear in court next month to face the charges. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the investigation commenced in 2024, leading to the formal charges being brought against him.
A spokesman for the Metropolitan Police said: “Paul Gallagher, 59, of East Finchley, has been charged with rape, coercive and controlling behaviour, three counts of sexual assault, three counts of intentional strangulation, two counts of making a threat to kill and assault occasioning actual bodily harm.
The police spokesman added: “The offences are reported to have taken place between 2022-2024. The charges follow an investigation which commenced in 2024. A woman is being supported by specially trained officers.”
Family Background and Connection to Oasis
Paul Gallagher is one year older than Noel Gallagher, 58, and seven years older than Liam Gallagher, 52. The three brothers grew up together in Burnage, Manchester, but unlike his famous siblings, Paul has never been involved with the internationally successful rock band Oasis.
The charges come at a particularly high-profile time for the Gallagher family, as Oasis is currently midway through their highly anticipated sold-out reunion tour. The band, which reformed after years of public feuding between Noel and Liam, has drawn massive crowds and widespread media attention.
Current Living Arrangements and Career
Paul Gallagher currently resides in a flat in East Finchley that was purchased by his brother Noel in 2004. Unlike his world-famous siblings, Paul has maintained a relatively low profile, working as a DJ and photographer over the years.
The revelation of these serious charges presents a stark contrast to the celebratory atmosphere surrounding the Oasis reunion, which has dominated entertainment headlines in recent months.
Oasis Tour Continues Despite Family Scandal
The timing of the charges coincides with Oasis’s ongoing reunion tour, which has been one of the most significant music events of the year. The band is scheduled to perform three additional shows at Wembley Stadium before moving on to Edinburgh and Dublin, with continental European dates to follow.
The tour has been marked by extraordinary demand, with tickets selling out almost immediately upon release. Fans have waited over a decade for the Gallagher brothers to reconcile their differences and reunite the band that defined British rock music in the 1990s.
Serious Nature of Allegations
The charges against Paul Gallagher represent some of the most serious offences in criminal law. The allegations of rape, sexual assault, and coercive control reflect the gravity of the case, whilst the charges of intentional strangulation and threats to kill indicate the potentially violent nature of the alleged incidents.
Coercive and controlling behaviour became a specific criminal offence in England and Wales in 2015, recognising the serious psychological impact of such conduct on victims. The offence can carry a maximum sentence of five years in prison.
Support for Alleged Victim
The Metropolitan Police have emphasised that the woman at the centre of the allegations is receiving appropriate support from specially trained officers. This reflects the standard practice in cases involving serious sexual offences, where victims require sensitive handling and professional support throughout the legal process.
The police statement confirms that all allegations relate to a single complainant, with the alleged offences spanning a two-year period from 2022 to 2024.
Next Steps in Legal Process
Paul Gallagher’s court appearance next month will mark the beginning of formal legal proceedings. The case will proceed through the criminal justice system, where he will have the opportunity to enter pleas to all charges.
Given the serious nature of the allegations, the case is likely to attract significant media attention, particularly due to the high-profile nature of his family connections to one of Britain’s most successful rock bands.
The charges represent a significant development in what appears to have been a lengthy police investigation, culminating in formal criminal proceedings against the eldest Gallagher brother.
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