BUCHAREST, ROMANIA: Andrew Tate, a polarizing influencer known for his controversial online persona and self-proclaimed title of "toxic masculinity king," has been charged in Romania alongside his brother Tristan Tate with deeply unsettling offenses such as rape, human trafficking, and managing an organized criminal network to exploit women sexually.
Following a criminal inquiry into the alleged mistreatment of seven women, the Tate brothers and two female suspects from Romania are currently under house arrest, though they vehemently deny the accusations. And the Tate brothers were indicted of human trafficking and rape on Tuesday, June 20, six months after their initial arrest in Romania's capital, Bucharest, in December 2022. After being held in police custody until March, he and his brother were subsequently placed under house arrest.
Is Andrew Tate under arrest?
In a gripping turn of events, the Tate brothers find themselves at the center of a scandalous indictment. The allegations claim that they manipulated seven individuals, luring them with hollow vows of love and wedlock, spreading their toxic influence across Romania, the US, and the UK. Andrew faces an additional charge of rape, while Tristan stands accused of igniting violence against the victims.
The uncertainty surrounding Andrew and his brother's arrest remains shrouded in mystery. The trial is not expected to commence immediately, as a Romanian judge now has 60 days to review the case files before proceeding. Given the intricate nature of the charges and the international scope of the alleged offenses, the legal process is anticipated to be protracted.
'Let’s hope they rot in hell'
Following the revelation of his indictment, numerous individuals turned to Twitter to express their views regarding the legal charges against the controversial influencer. One user wrote, "Get ready..Andrew tate lovers, confirmed bill of charges of Andrew tate & company indictment. rape also is not removed like I said time is ticking for bottomG ?." Another wrote, "Andrew Tate, brother indicted on charges of rape, human trafficking. Let’s hope they rot in hell." "What I love most about this Andrew Tate indictment is that his despicable behavior towards Greta Thunberg led authorities to find him. Sweet justice. Hope he spends MANY MANY years in a Romanian prison. Bye-bye Andrew," stated one.