A woman who accused rapper Slowthai of rape denied in court that she was jealous of the attention he was giving her friends. The Grammy-nominated musician, also known as Tyron Frampton, is facing allegations of raping the woman at a house party in Oxford. Frampton and his friend Alex Blake-Walker are currently on trial at Oxford Crown Court for allegedly raping two women on September 8, 2021.
The woman testified that she met the singer at a bar after a performance and was later attacked on the roof of a property. She mentioned that she had recently broken up with her boyfriend and had been socializing with friends, drinking, and using drugs. Despite earlier feelings of sadness, she claimed that by the end of the night, she had forgotten about her breakup. She denied initiating sexual contact with Frampton out of jealousy over her friend and rejected claims that she made a rape complaint due to being called derogatory names by another friend.
The prosecution alleges that Blake-Walker raped one woman while being encouraged by Frampton and that Frampton raped the other woman twice with encouragement from Blake-Walker. The trial continues with more testimonies and cross-examinations.
During the trial, the woman maintained that she did not want to engage in sexual activities with Frampton and was not enthusiastic about any encounters. She described feeling uncomfortable and vomiting during the incident, indicating that she did not want to be there. The woman detailed how she was moved around and pushed onto the floor by Frampton, emphasizing that the encounter was not consensual and that she felt like she was not being treated as a person.
The defense attorney questioned the woman’s actions and reactions during the alleged assaults, suggesting that she did not protest or make a big deal out of the situation. However, the woman explained that she did not want to cause a fuss and preferred to pretend like nothing had happened. She clarified that she immediately recognized the incident as rape and did not regret reporting it.
Frampton and Blake-Walker have pleaded not guilty to the charges of rape and sexual assault. The trial is ongoing, with more evidence and testimonies yet to be presented in court. The woman’s testimony sheds light on the emotional and physical distress she experienced during the alleged assault, highlighting the importance of consent and respect in all interactions. The case serves as a reminder of the complexities and sensitivities involved in sexual assault trials, emphasizing the need for thorough investigations and fair legal proceedings to ensure justice for all parties involved.
