Andrew and Tristan Tate, the British-American brothers at the centre of a high-profile legal battle, are set to return to the UK to face 21 criminal charges once their ongoing legal proceedings in Romania have concluded, according to their legal representatives.
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) confirmed on Wednesday that charges, including rape, actual bodily harm, and human trafficking, had been authorised against the brothers. The charges stem from incidents allegedly dating back to between 2012 and 2015. An extradition warrant has been issued to bring the Tate brothers back to the UK from Romania, where they are currently under investigation for separate charges that they deny.
In a statement released on Thursday, the Tate brothers’ lawyers confirmed that they would return to the UK to face the allegations once the Romanian legal proceedings are fully resolved. “Once those proceedings are concluded in their entirety, they will return to face UK allegations,” the statement read.
The CPS has indicated that Andrew, a 38-year-old former kickboxer and social media influencer, is facing 10 charges related to three alleged victims. These charges include rape, human trafficking, and controlling prostitution for gain. His younger brother, Tristan, aged 36, is facing 11 charges connected to one alleged victim, including similar accusations of rape, human trafficking, and actual bodily harm.
The British authorities’ charges follow a detailed file of evidence gathered by Bedfordshire Police, which has been scrutinised as part of the investigation.
The brothers have consistently denied the allegations. Their legal team has argued that the media has disseminated a significant amount of misinformation regarding the charges, leading to what they described as a “trial by media.” They also claimed that UK prosecutors had not provided enough information to allow their clients to fully comprehend the allegations against them.
“Their solicitors maintain that, irrespective of public opinion, the brothers deserve a fair trial under the principles of justice in England and Wales,” the statement added.
A significant part of the controversy surrounding the Tate brothers stems from Andrew’s controversial online persona. Known for his misogynistic views, Andrew has cultivated a substantial online following, amassing more than 10 million followers on the social platform X. He is renowned for promoting a lavish lifestyle, showcasing his wealth through images of fast cars, private jets, and luxury yachts.
The Tate brothers were born in the United States but relocated to Luton in the UK with their mother after their parents divorced. Since their arrest in December 2022 by Romanian authorities, the brothers have faced multiple legal challenges. Andrew was accused of rape and human trafficking, while Tristan faced accusations related to human trafficking. Both brothers remain under travel restrictions in Romania.
In addition to these charges, the brothers are also under investigation in Romania for further allegations, including sexual exploitation and trafficking underage individuals. They have consistently denied all accusations.
Despite their legal troubles, the Tate brothers briefly had their travel ban lifted earlier this year and visited Florida. However, they returned to Romania less than a month later in March 2025. Their return to the UK to face charges is expected to be delayed due to the ongoing complexity of their legal case in Romania.
UK authorities have faced some criticism for not seeking the brothers’ extradition while they were in Florida. However, sources indicate that this was a strategic decision made to respect the existing UK-Romania legal arrangements.
Given the ongoing nature of the proceedings in Romania, it is unclear when the Tate brothers will be able to return to the UK.