Greater Manchester Police has revealed that criminal proceedings against Mason Greenwood a 21 years old Manchester United footballer over charges of attempted rape, controlling and coercive behavior, and assault have been dropped on 2nd February 2023, following the withdrawal of key witnesses. In a statement today, Chief Superintendent Michaela Kerr, GMP’s Head of Public Protection, said: "Given the significant media coverage of this case, it is only fair that we share the news that the 21-year-old man, who had been arrested and charged in connection with an investigation opened in January 2022, no longer faces criminal proceedings in relation to this.
“The investigation team has remained in regular contact with the legal team, providing any updates of note, and so understand the rationale for the discontinuation of proceedings at this stage, and that this decision has not been taken lightly. "Despite the media and public’s interest in this case, we have decided not to comment on it in any further detail.
“I would, however, like to use this opportunity to reiterate GMP’s commitment to investigating allegations of violence against women and girls and supporting those affected, regardless of their circumstances, throughout what can be a hard and upsetting time for them. An ever-increasing number of officers are receiving specialist training and the force is more consistently utilizing tools, available via the criminal justice system, to keep people safe and care for victims. “If you feel you are or might be a victim, please don’t let this case put you off asking for help.”
United announced on January 30 last year he would not return to training or play any matches "until further notice".
Nike also suspended and later terminated its sponsorship deal with Greenwood, while Electronic Arts confirmed he had been removed from active squads on its FIFA 22 game.
The Bradford-born player came through the United academy and made his senior debut in a Champions League victory away to Paris Saint-Germain in March 2019. He has one senior cap for England, playing in the Nations League match against Iceland in September 2020.
