Controversial influencer Andrew Tate will face no criminal charges over historical rape and assault allegations in the United Kingdom, but must still answer to civil proceedings scheduled for June 2026 at the High Court.
The Crown Prosecution Service confirmed Monday that evidence provided by Hertfordshire Constabulary regarding allegations of assault and rape between 2013 and 2015 did not meet the threshold for criminal prosecution. The decision relates to claims made by three women, all in their late twenties and early thirties at the time, who accused the 38-year-old former kickboxer of serious sexual and physical violence.
The allegations included claims that Tate subjected one woman to strangulation with a belt, held a gun to her face, and grabbed her by the throat on multiple occasions. Another woman alleged rape, whilst a third claimed physical assault. All three women had worked as webcam models for Tate’s online business in Luton during the period in question.
Tate’s Defiant Response
Reacting to the CPS decision on social media platform X, Tate posted: “Romania? No case. UK? No case. USA? No case. 4 months in jail, 3 years locked in my house. Endless media slander. 25million dollars stolen from me. Lawfare? – I’m one of the most mistreated men in history beside president Trump himself.
The self-proclaimed misogynist’s comparison to Donald Trump reflects his frequent political commentary and alignment with controversial figures. His post referenced the various legal challenges he faces across multiple jurisdictions, including ongoing criminal proceedings in Romania where he remains under investigation for human trafficking and rape.
CPS Explanation and Legal Team Response
A CPS spokesperson confirmed the decision, stating: “We undertook a further review of a case file in relation to allegations of assault and rape between 2013 and 2015. Following careful consideration of the evidence provided by Hertfordshire constabulary, we concluded that our legal test for prosecution was not met, and that no further action should be taken.”
The prosecution service added that officials had “informed all parties of our decision and offered to meet with the complainants to explain our reasoning in more detail.”
Tate’s UK solicitor Andrew Ford, of Holborn Adams, welcomed the outcome. “Despite much external pressure the evidence speaks for itself in this case and the Crown Prosecution Service have rightly confirmed the evidence is inadequate to provide any realistic prospect of conviction,” Ford stated.
He added: “The reason the CPS made this decision will become obvious when the evidence is played out during the civil proceedings. We are glad that this is yet another example of a potential criminal case against Andrew Tate falling by the wayside.”
History of Investigation Delays
The investigation by Hertfordshire Constabulary began in 2014 when the women first reported the allegations. The case faced significant delays, with police taking four years to submit the file to prosecutors. The force later apologised for the lengthy investigation period after the CPS initially declined to prosecute in 2019.
A spokesperson for Hertfordshire Constabulary described it as “a complex and challenging case that was fully investigated by specialist officers from the constabulary’s Sexual Offences Investigation Team.” The investigation was closed in late 2019 after prosecutors determined the evidence did not meet the required legal threshold.
The delays and handling of the case prompted criticism from the alleged victims, who claimed the investigation had been mishandled. One accuser told media outlets she was “shocked” when Tate was later arrested in Romania on separate charges, stating she had “cried” upon hearing the news.
Civil Case to Proceed
Despite the criminal charges being dropped, Tate still faces a civil lawsuit brought by four women at the High Court in London. The case, which includes the three women from the Hertfordshire investigation plus a fourth complainant, is scheduled to begin in June 2026 after being brought forward from its original 2027 date.
During a preliminary hearing at London’s High Court in June 2025, Mrs Justice Christina Lambert stated: “It’s not in anyone’s interest that this case goes into the long grass of 2027.”
The claimants’ lawyer Anne Studd indicated that between six and eight witnesses would testify alongside the four women bringing the action. The women, who have been granted anonymity by the court to protect them from potential harassment, welcomed the earlier trial date.
“We’ve already spent years waiting for justice, and so it’s of some comfort to hear that Andrew Tate will face these allegations in a court earlier than the original plan of 2027,” the four British claimants said in a joint statement.
Separate Criminal Charges Pending
This decision relates specifically to the historical allegations from 2013-2015 and does not affect separate criminal charges authorised by the CPS in May 2025. Those charges, brought following an investigation by Bedfordshire Police, include 21 offences against the Tate brothers.
Andrew Tate faces ten charges including rape, actual bodily harm, human trafficking and controlling prostitution for gain, connected to three alleged victims. His brother Tristan faces eleven charges including rape, actual bodily harm and human trafficking connected to one alleged victim.
British police obtained a European arrest warrant for the brothers in 2024, but extradition proceedings remain on hold whilst Romanian criminal matters are resolved. A CPS statement confirmed that “the domestic criminal matters in Romania must be settled first.”
Romanian Legal Troubles Continue
The brothers remain embroiled in extensive legal proceedings in Romania, where they were first arrested in December 2022. Romanian prosecutors have charged them with rape, human trafficking and forming an organised criminal group to sexually exploit women.
In August 2024, Romanian authorities expanded their investigation to include allegations of trafficking minors, sex with a minor, money laundering and attempting to influence witnesses. The expansion followed raids on four properties owned by Tate in Ilfov County and Bucharest.
Despite a recent ruling by a Bucharest court that identified “numerous irregularities” in prosecutors’ indictment, requiring amendments within five days, the case continues to progress through the Romanian judicial system. The brothers have spent months under various forms of detention and judicial control, including house arrest and travel restrictions.
Pattern of Allegations
The UK allegations form part of a broader pattern of claims against Tate across multiple jurisdictions. In addition to the UK and Romanian cases, Florida’s Attorney General James Uthmeier initiated a criminal investigation when Tate arrived in the United States earlier this year.
The women involved in the UK civil case have established a crowdfunding campaign to support their legal costs, stating: “This case is not just about us but about all women who have suffered sexual violence and have been let down by the criminal justice system.”
Tate’s defence maintains he “completely denies the accusations,” with his lawyers stating in written court filings that all claims are false and that any sexual activity was consensual. The influencer has indicated he intends to give evidence in his defence at the civil trial.
The decision not to pursue criminal charges represents a significant development in Tate’s UK legal battles, though multiple proceedings across different jurisdictions ensure his legal troubles are far from over.
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