Slowthai insists women consented, denies rape allegations
- Tyron Frampton, known as Slowthai, and his friend face serious allegations of raping two women at a house party.
- Both men have denied the claims, with Slowthai asserting that sexual activity was consensual.
- The ongoing trial raises significant concerns regarding consent and its implications in sexual assault cases.
In a court trial at Oxford Crown Court, held in the United Kingdom, Slowthai, whose real name is Tyron Frampton, and his friend Alex Blake-Walker faced serious allegations concerning the rape of two women. The charges arose from an incident reportedly occurring after a gig, where both women claimed they were assaulted at a house party attended by the musicians. According to the prosecution, the women had initially gone to Slowthai's tour bus post-gig, and later, they were led to a friend’s house where both men joined them in the evening. It is there that the prosecution claims the assaults took place. The prosecution argues that Blake-Walker raped the first woman while being encouraged by Slowthai, who allegedly taped the second woman during the assaults. In response to these allegations, Slowthai has firmly denied any involvement, stating in court, "What was happening between them two wasn't anything to do with me." He emphasized that his interactions with the second woman were consensual, asserting that he was confident of her willingness to engage in sexual activity, indicating that her demeanor suggested consent. As the trial progresses, it has been noted that Slowthai was in a committed relationship at the time of the alleged incident, adding complexity to his defense. He expressed his disbelief towards the allegations, reflecting on how they negatively impacted his life, including affecting his relationship with his partner and his responsibilities as a father. During his testimony, he stated, "I couldn't believe what had unfolded, that these allegations were put against me." The jury also heard about claims from the prosecution regarding conversations between the two men about potentially swapping partners; Slowthai rejected these statements, insisting his purpose at the party was simply to have fun. As the case continues, the implications of these serious accusations weigh heavily on Slowthai's career and personal life, as they challenge his public image and bring forth broader discussions about consent and accountability in such situations.