**Paul Gallagher, Elder Brother of Oasis Stars, Faces Serious Criminal Charges**
Paul Gallagher, the elder sibling of famed British rock musicians Noel and Liam Gallagher, has been formally charged with a series of grave criminal offences, including rape. The 59-year-old, who resides in East Finchley, north London, has never been involved in his brothers’ iconic band, Oasis, and has maintained a comparatively low public profile.
The Metropolitan Police have stated that the allegations against Mr Gallagher concern incidents which are said to have occurred over a two-year period, from 2022 until 2024. Specific charges include one count of rape, three counts of sexual assault, three counts of intentional strangulation, two counts of making threats to kill, one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and coercive as well as controlling behaviour.
Details about the alleged offences were made public following an official statement by law enforcement. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has now authorised the Metropolitan Police to proceed with formal charges against Mr Gallagher. Cate Baccas, speaking on behalf of the CPS, confirmed: “We can confirm we have authorised the Metropolitan Police Service to charge Paul Gallagher with rape and other offences following a police investigation. Mr Gallagher, 59, of East Finchley, London has been charged with a range of offences, including rape and sexual assault.”
The case is set to come before Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, 27 August 2025. This will be Mr Gallagher’s initial appearance as the judicial process formally gets underway. According to legal guidance, all individuals charged with criminal offences are entitled to a fair trial, and media agencies have been urged to avoid any commentary or reporting that could risk prejudicing these proceedings.
Public reaction to the news has been swift, owing largely to Paul Gallagher’s familial connection to two of the UK’s most recognisable musical figures. Despite his relationship to Noel and Liam—formerly of Oasis—Paul himself has not been a part of the band’s activities or success. The brothers’ often tumultuous history in the public eye has consistently generated headlines, yet Paul has remained apart from the media glare until now.
It is important to stress, as highlighted by the CPS, that these are currently allegations and Mr Gallagher is presumed innocent unless proven otherwise in a court of law. The charges levied are of an extremely serious nature, and, as with any ongoing criminal case, the judicial process must be allowed to take its course without external interference.
No formal responses have yet been issued by representatives for Noel or Liam Gallagher, nor has Paul Gallagher made any public comment regarding the charges. The case is likely to attract significant attention, both given the high-profile surname and the severity of the claims involved.
In line with standard procedure and legal requirements, the Crown Prosecution Service has urged both the media and the public to refrain from speculation or sharing details that could compromise legal fairness. The progression of the case will be closely monitored, with further updates expected following Mr Gallagher’s forthcoming court appearance.
As this situation develops, Wales Online and other responsible news outlets will continue to provide coverage that respects both the rights of the accused and the broader public interest. For now, proceedings move into the hands of the legal system, with all parties looking towards the scheduled court date at the end of August.