Former Premier League Striker Andy Carroll Appears in Court on Serious Charge
Former Liverpool and Newcastle United striker Andy Carroll has arrived at Chelmsford Magistrates' Court to face charges relating to the alleged breach of a non-molestation order. The ex-England international, who currently plays for National League South club Dagenham and Redbridge, was arrested on April 27 last year following an alleged incident that occurred the previous month.
Court Appearance Amid Injury Recovery
Carroll, who recently revealed he had undergone surgery on a fracture and ligaments over the weekend, made his way into court on Wednesday morning with the aid of crutches and a walking boot. The 36-year-old striker, who resides in Epping, Essex, is charged with breaching a non-molestation order and is expected to enter pleas during today's brief hearing.
A non-molestation order is a UK court injunction typically implemented to prevent an individual from contacting another person. The consequences for breaching such an order can range from substantial fines to imprisonment of up to five years for the most serious violations.
Arrest at Stansted Airport
The footballer was reportedly apprehended by police shortly after arriving in the UK from France at Stansted Airport last April. According to sources, an issue was flagged to Border Force officers at passport control, which subsequently led to police intervention. Carroll was questioned by officers and detained for a short period following the airport incident.
An Essex Police spokesperson previously confirmed: 'A man has been charged with breaching a non-molestation order. Andrew Carroll, 36, of Epping, was arrested on 27 April and the alleged offences relate to an incident in March this year.'
Distinguished Football Career
Carroll earned nine caps for England between 2010 and 2012, representing the national team during significant tournaments including the Euro 2012 quarter-final match against Italy. His club career saw him make a high-profile £35 million move from Newcastle to Liverpool in 2011, which at the time represented a record transfer fee for Anfield.
Following his Premier League career, which included spells at West Ham, Reading and West Brom, Carroll played for French clubs Amiens and Bordeaux before returning to England to join Dagenham and Redbridge last July.
Personal Life Developments
The striker is currently in a relationship with make-up artist Lou Teasdale, 42, following his separation from estranged wife Billi Mucklow in 2024. The couple, who began divorce proceedings in September, ended their two-year marriage last July after what has been described as a turbulent period.
The court hearing represents a significant development in the legal proceedings against the former Premier League footballer, with potential consequences that could impact both his personal life and professional football career.
