UK rapper Slowthai releases statement after appearing in court charged with rape
BRITISH rapper Slowthai has released a statement after he was charged with raping a woman.
The Grammy-nominated star, 28, is accused of attacking the woman twice in Oxford in September 2021.
He has now issued a statement on Instagram after yesterday appearing in court.
Slowthai, real name Tyrone Kaymone Frampton, said: “Regarding the allegations being reported about me. I categorically deny the charges. I am innocent and I am confident my name will be cleared.
“Until then, I will apply my energy to ensure this is concluded swiftly and justly.
“I ask that my supporters don’t comment on this situation and respect the process and privacy of my family during this time.”
Frampton appeared at Oxford Magistrates’ Court yesterday via video-link.
The musician spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth and address.
Both counts relate to the same alleged victim, JPs were told.
Frampton was bailed to next appear at Oxford Crown Court on June 15.
The rapper, who hails from Northampton, burst onto the music scene in 2019 with album Nothing Great About Britain.
He gained a loyal following thanks to his lyrics about Brexit and 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 he hurled a champagne glass into the crowd.
He also apologised to comic Katherine Ryan after he was accused of making lewd comments towards her.
Frampton was nominated for best dance recording at 2021’s Grammy Awards.