Actor Noel Clarke has been charged with multiple sexual offenses, including two counts of sexual assault, three counts of voyeurism, and one count of exposure. These alleged offenses are said to have occurred between 2007 and 2016 and involve five women. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), which decides whether to bring criminal charges in England and Wales, authorized the Metropolitan Police to charge Clarke after reviewing evidence submitted by detectives. Clarke is set to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 21 October for his initial court appearance. The investigation into Clarke was launched by the Metropolitan Police in September 2025. Detective Superintendent Mike Cagney, who is leading the case, emphasized that the victims continue to receive support from specially trained officers. He also urged anyone who has experienced sexual assault to come forward and report the incident to the police. The CPS has reminded the public that the case is ongoing and warned against making public comments or reports that could influence the outcome of the trial or unfairly affect the defendant. Bethan David, deputy chief crown prosecutor for London, confirmed that the CPS has decided to proceed with the prosecution of Clarke, based on allegations from five women regarding sexual misconduct between 2007 and 2016. Prosecutors worked to determine that there is enough evidence to bring the case to court and that it is in the public interest to do so. This decision follows a thorough review of the evidence and legal considerations. In 2021, The Guardian published an article in which 20 women accused Noel Clarke of sexual harassment, inappropriate touching, and other misconduct between 2004 and 2019. At the time, Clarke denied the allegations. However, due to a lack of sufficient evidence, no formal investigation was initiated. Clarke later sued the newspaper for defamation in 2023, seeking £70 million in damages, but the court rejected his claim in August 2025. During the trial, 28 women testified about the allegations made by The Guardian, which provided the basis for the police to reopen the case.