Rapper Slowthai maintains innocence, denies two rape allegations

Grammy-nominated rapper Tyron Frampton, widely known by his stage name Slowthai, has pleaded not guilty to two charges of rape during his recent court appearance. 

The 28-year-old artist is facing accusations of engaging in sexual assault against a woman on two distinct occasions that took place on September 8, 2021.

Accompanying Slowthai in court was co-defendant Alex Blake-Walker, 25, who also pleaded not guilty to one count of rape and two sexual assault charges at Oxford Crown Court. 

Blake-Walker, residing on Wallbutton Road in south London, is alleged to have sexually assaulted the same woman involved in Slowthai's case. Additionally, he faces charges of raping and sexually assaulting another complainant.

Judge Michael Gledhill KC granted conditional bail to both defendants, who are now released until their trial, scheduled for July 2024. The conditions of their bail were not disclosed.

Slowthai, known for his Grammy nomination in 2021 and Mercury Prize nomination in 2019, has recently made headlines by withdrawing from a highly anticipated performance at Wembley Stadium on July 8.