UK rapper Slowthai releases statement after appearing in court charged with rape
BRITISH rapper Slowthai issued a statement after being accused of raping a woman.
The Grammy-nominated star, 28, is accused of assaulting the woman twice in Oxford in September 2021.
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He has now issued a statement on Instagram after appearing in court yesterday.
slowthai, real Tyrone Kaymone Frampton, said: “Regarding the allegations being reported about me. I categorically deny the charges. I am innocent and I am confident that my name will be cleared.
“Until then, I will me energy to ensure that it is completed quickly and fairly.
“I ask that my supporters do not comment on this situation and respect the process and privacy of my family during this time.”
Frampton appeared at Oxford Magistrates’ Court via video link yesterday.
The musician spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth and address.
Both charges relate to the same alleged victim, JPs were told.
Frampton was sponsored following will appear at Oxford Crown Court on June 15.
The rapper, who hails from Northampton, burst onto the music scene in 2019 with the album Nothing Great About Britain.
He gained a loyal following thanks to his lyrics about Brexit and the then Prime Minister Theresa May.
During his 2019 Mercury Prize ceremony performance, he held a fake severed head of Boris Johnson on stage.
The controversial rapper also made headlines at the 2020 NME Awards after hurling a champagne glass into the crowd.
He also apologized to comedian Katherine Ryan after he was accused of making lewd comments towards her.
Frampton was named best dance recording at the 2021 Grammy Awards.
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UK rapper Slowthai releases statement after appearing in court charged with rape
