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Micheal Ward Cleared of Rape and Sexual Assault Charges
Actor Micheal Ward was acquitted of five charges, including rape and sexual assault, on July 10, 2026. The charges stemmed from an alleged encounter with a woman Ward met at a New Year's Day party in London in 2023. Ward, 28, known for his roles in the crime drama "Top Boy" and Steve McQueen's "Small Axe," faced two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sexual assault. The trial took place over 10 days at Snaresbrook crown court. The acquittal means Ward will not face further legal proceedings related to these accusations.
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