Mason Greenwood arrives at court as Man Utd striker faces attempted rape charge
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Mason Greenwood has arrived at court to face charges of attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour, and assault.
The Manchester United forward arrived at Greater Manchester Magistrates' Court on Monday in a prison van after being held in custody for two nights following his charge on Saturday. Greenwood was held on suspicion of being in contact with his alleged victim – which is a breach of his bail conditions. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) then authorised Greater Manchester Police to charge the footballer.
Janet Potter, the Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor for CPS North West, said on Saturday: "The Crown Prosecution Service has today authorised Greater Manchester Police to charge Mason Greenwood, 21, with attempted rape, engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour, and assault occasioning actual bodily harm.
"All three counts relate to the same complainant. Specialist rape prosecutors from CPS North West’s complex casework unit authorised the charges following a review of a file of evidence received from Greater Manchester Police."
United also released a statement following Greenwood's charge: "Manchester United notes that criminal charges have been brought against Mason Greenwood by the Crown Prosecution Service. He remains suspended by the club, pending the outcome of the judicial process."
Greenwood was initially suspended by the club in January, when he last made an appearance for the club.
Ms Potter added: "The Crown Prosecution Service reminds all concerned that criminal proceedings against the defendant are active and that he has a right to a fair trial.
"It is extremely important that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice those proceedings."
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