Former England and Premier League footballer Andy Carroll is set to appear in court after being charged with breaching a non-molestation order. The 36-year-old ex-striker was arrested at Stansted Airport in late April following an alleged incident in March.
Airport Arrest and Police Charges
Andy Carroll was detained by police shortly after landing at Stansted Airport in Essex on a flight from France on April 27. According to sources, Border Force officers flagged an issue at passport control, leading to police involvement. The arrest reportedly caused a noticeable disturbance among other passengers in the terminal.
Essex Police confirmed the charges, stating: 'A man has been charged with breaching a non-molestation order. Andrew Carroll, 36, of Epping, was arrested on April 27 and the alleged offences relate to an incident in March.' Carroll was questioned and held for a short period before being released. He is scheduled to appear at Chelmsford Magistrates' Court on December 30.
Carroll's Career and Personal Life
The footballer, who earned nine caps for the England national team during a career that included high-profile spells at Newcastle United and Liverpool, now plays for non-league side Dagenham and Redbridge. He joined the National League South club in the summer after returning from playing in France for Amiens and Bordeaux.
In his personal life, Carroll is currently dating 41-year-old make-up artist Lou Teasdale. This relationship began after he parted ways with his estranged wife, former TOWIE star Billi Mucklow, in 2024. The couple had begun divorce proceedings in September of this year, following a turbulent two-year marriage. Carroll and Teasdale went public with their relationship weeks after his separation, having reportedly met at the Glastonbury Festival in June 2023.
Legal Proceedings and Next Steps
The charge of breaching a non-molestation order is a serious legal matter. Such orders are typically issued by courts to protect individuals from harassment or threats, often in domestic contexts. A breach can result in a criminal conviction.
Carroll's representatives have been contacted for comment regarding the charges. His upcoming court date at Chelmsford Magistrates' Court in late December will be the next significant development in the case. The former Premier League star's current club, Dagenham and Redbridge, has not made a public statement at this time.
