Prosecutors announced their decision due to insufficient evidence to move forward with the case.
Swedish Rape Inquiry Concludes, No Charges Against Mbappé
Swedish Rape Inquiry Concludes, No Charges Against Mbappé
The Swedish authorities have officially closed a rape inquiry that received significant media attention and was linked to French football star Kylian Mbappé.
The inquiry began after allegations of sexual assault were reported from incidents that allegedly occurred in Stockholm on 10 October. Despite the controversy, Mbappé has maintained his innocence and aims to clear his name.
In a recent development from Sweden, prosecutors have officially closed an inquiry linked to French football captain Kylian Mbappé regarding an alleged rape incident. Marina Chirakova from the Swedish Prosecution Authority stated that the investigation was terminated due to insufficient evidence. Although Swedish media had speculated connections to Mbappé, he was neither formally named nor notified by prosecutors as a suspect. Following the emergence of the allegations, his lawyer indicated that the footballer intended to pursue a defamation claim against the media reports, which Mbappé previously described as "fake news."
The preliminary investigation was centered around claims of a sexual assault that reportedly took place in a Stockholm hotel, prompting police to conduct searches at the location and collect evidence. Several media outlets, including Aftonbladet and Expressen, initially suggested Mbappé played a role in the incidents. However, he has consistently denied any involvement, stating on a French television program that he had not received any legal summons and was not involved in the events in question.
Mbappé’s lawyer has criticized the allegations as defamatory, emphasizing the player's vigilance in avoiding situations that could lead to such accusations. Meanwhile, he continues to excel in his career, recently achieving his 50th goal in the Champions League after transferring to Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain.
As one of football's most celebrated figures, having previously won a World Cup and numerous awards, Mbappé's focus remains on his professional achievements despite the surrounding scandal.
In a recent development from Sweden, prosecutors have officially closed an inquiry linked to French football captain Kylian Mbappé regarding an alleged rape incident. Marina Chirakova from the Swedish Prosecution Authority stated that the investigation was terminated due to insufficient evidence. Although Swedish media had speculated connections to Mbappé, he was neither formally named nor notified by prosecutors as a suspect. Following the emergence of the allegations, his lawyer indicated that the footballer intended to pursue a defamation claim against the media reports, which Mbappé previously described as "fake news."
The preliminary investigation was centered around claims of a sexual assault that reportedly took place in a Stockholm hotel, prompting police to conduct searches at the location and collect evidence. Several media outlets, including Aftonbladet and Expressen, initially suggested Mbappé played a role in the incidents. However, he has consistently denied any involvement, stating on a French television program that he had not received any legal summons and was not involved in the events in question.
Mbappé’s lawyer has criticized the allegations as defamatory, emphasizing the player's vigilance in avoiding situations that could lead to such accusations. Meanwhile, he continues to excel in his career, recently achieving his 50th goal in the Champions League after transferring to Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain.
As one of football's most celebrated figures, having previously won a World Cup and numerous awards, Mbappé's focus remains on his professional achievements despite the surrounding scandal.
