Al-Ahli striker Ivan Toney has been charged with assault causing actual bodily harm following an incident at a London nightclub in December.
Key facts
- •Ivan Toney is charged with assault causing actual bodily harm.
- •The incident occurred on Dec. 6 at a nightclub on Wardour Street in London.
- •Toney was officially charged on July 31.
- •The player is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Sept. 24.
- •Toney currently plays for the Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli.
England footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault causing actual bodily harm following an incident at a nightclub in central London. The Metropolitan Police confirmed the charge on Friday, noting the incident occurred on Dec. 6 at a venue on Wardour Street. Toney, who currently plays for the Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli, is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Sept. 24.
Details of the charge
The charge against the 30-year-old striker relates to an event at the 100 Wardour Street venue, which is now closed. Toney was formally charged on July 31.
Response from Toney
A spokesperson for Toney stated that the footballer acknowledges the charge. The representative added that while Toney is shocked by the development, he intends to clear his name in court.
Timeline
- Dec. 6The alleged incident took place at a nightclub on Wardour Street.
- July 31Ivan Toney was formally charged by police.
- Sept. 24Toney is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Anadolu Agency Sport.
