Micheal Ward, an actor known for the show Top Boy, was found not guilty of rape and sexual assault. Ward is 28 years old. He cried in court when the verdict was announced.
The charges were related to an incident in east London in January 2023. A woman accused Ward of raping her in a car after they met outside a New Year’s party. He denied two counts of rape and two counts of sexual assault.
The court considered the evidence presented by the prosecution and the defense. Ward maintained his innocence throughout the legal process.
Judicial Service records confirm the acquittal of the actor on all counts.
This decision means Ward is free to continue his acting career without these charges pending.