Andrew Tate, the polarizing social media figure and former kickboxer, is again at the center of controversy. Newly filed court documents in a UK civil case allege he once pointed a gun at a woman’s face while issuing chilling threats. This claim is one of several raised by four women who say they were sexually assaulted, physically abused, and emotionally manipulated by Tate between 2013 and 2015.
One woman stated Tate told her, “You’re going to do as I say or there’ll be hell to pay,” while brandishing a firearm. Another claimed he choked her into unconsciousness during sex. A third said he threatened to rape her before attacking her. These disturbing accounts, supported by statements, screenshots, and timelines, form the basis of a 115-page civil suit filed in London’s High Court.
After the court filings were made public, Tate posted on Twitter calling the accusations “complete lies” and claiming he was the victim of a political agenda. “They’re trying to silence masculine voices,” he wrote. His legal team has also emphasized that the Crown Prosecution Service had previously reviewed the evidence and declined to press charges.
The women, however, say their efforts were dismissed and that the civil case is the only avenue left to seek justice. “We weren’t believed back then,” one of the claimants said in a statement. “But we’re done being silent.” Advocacy group Women’s Voices Now expressed support, noting that many survivors turn to civil courts after criminal avenues fail. “These women are showing extraordinary courage,” they posted in a tweet.
The civil filing also outlines claims that Tate coerced the women into working in his now-infamous webcam business. One woman said she was isolated from friends and threatened with violence if she didn’t perform. The pattern of alleged coercion mirrors similar accusations Tate is facing in Romania, where he and his brother Tristan are being investigated for suspected human trafficking and organized crime involvement.
Romanian authorities have approved the UK’s extradition request pending the conclusion of their domestic case. According to BBC News, Romanian prosecutors have linked Tate’s digital operations to exploitation of vulnerable women under false promises of relationships or fame. This UK case now adds even more weight to the growing international scrutiny of the Tate brothers.
Meanwhile, public reaction continues to erupt. A Reddit thread in r/TwoXChromosomes described the allegations as “unforgivable” and called out social platforms for continuing to host Tate’s content. Several human rights groups, including EVAW UK, have issued statements demanding stronger moderation from digital platforms.
According to legal analysts interviewed by CNN, civil lawsuits like this one could reshape how public figures are held accountable when criminal charges don’t stick. “This is no longer about guilt beyond a reasonable doubt,” said legal commentator Nisha Patel. “It’s about showing harm, and those thresholds are very different in civil court.”
Public support for the plaintiffs is growing rapidly. A GoFundMe set up to cover legal fees surpassed £20,000 in just 48 hours. One donor commented, “These women are doing something incredibly brave. Let’s help them stand strong.”
A preliminary court hearing is set for April 15, 2025. Until then, Tate continues to post defiantly online, while the women behind the lawsuit prepare to tell their stories in court—backed by a wave of online support and growing media attention.
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