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British DJ Tim Westwood faced a series of serious charges last month. The accusations include four counts of rape, nine counts of indecent assault, and two counts of sexual assault. After appearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court yesterday (November 10), he was granted bail. The court also instructed him not to communicate with any of the prosecution’s witnesses. According to BBC, his next hearing is set for December 8 at Southwark Crown Court.
Chief Crown Prosecutor Lionel Idan released a statement shortly after the charges were issued. “Our prosecutors have established that there is sufficient evidence to bring the case to trial,” he said. “And that it is in the public interest to pursue criminal proceedings. The Crown Prosecution Service reminds everyone that criminal proceedings are active, and the defendant has the right to a fair trial. It is extremely important that there be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.”
Metropolitan Police Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy also shared his thoughts. “It takes courage to come forward and report allegations of this nature,” he stated. “The women who have done so have put their trust in us and we continue to provide them with all available support.”
Tim Westwood Allegations
Tim Westwood DJ's on stage during AFROREPUBLIK festival at The O2 Arena on May 26, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/Getty Images)
Furphy added that authorities are continuing their work. “Our investigation remains open,” he said. “And we’d encourage anyone who has been impacted by this case, or anyone with information, to come forward and speak with us.”
Reports state that the charges involve seven different women. The earliest accusation dates back to an alleged assault in 1983 involving a 17 year old girl in London. Another early allegation is tied to a reported rape from around 1995. He is also said to have assaulted two additional women in London during the 2000s, along with other claims.
As of now, Westwood has not been required to enter a plea. In the past, however, he has “strongly [denied] all allegations of inappropriate behaviour.”
