Essex Cricketer Faces Rape Charges in Major Legal Development

Essex cricketer Robin Das charged with two counts of rape. Court appearance set for October 9.

September 24, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — A 24-year-old Essex cricketer has been formally charged with two counts of rape following an alleged incident that took place in Brixton in March 2024.

Robin Das, who was arrested on August 27, 2025, and released on bail, was officially charged on July 23, 2026, by the Metropolitan Police. The athlete, who has Bangladeshi heritage, is scheduled to appear at the Inner London Crown Court on October 9.

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The case stems from allegations involving a woman who was reportedly raped in Brixton, with the investigation leading to his arrest and subsequent formal charges. No further details about the incident have been publicly disclosed at this time.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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