MICHEAL WARD DENIES RAPE CHARGES AFTER NIGHTCLUB MEETING

Actor Micheal Ward has denied raping a woman in a car following their meeting at a nightclub. Ward told a court that he and the woman had consensual sex. The alleged incident occurred in January 2023. Ward denies two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sexual assault against the woman.

Ward's account presents the encounter as consensual, with the actor stating they were "having a great time" together. The allegations relate to events that took place in a car after the two met at a nightclub. The charges brought against Ward span multiple counts across different alleged offences.

The case remains before the court. Ward's plea of not guilty to all charges means the matter will proceed through the judicial process. Further details regarding the prosecution's case and evidence are to be established during proceedings.