Andrew Tate arrested updates — Court ‘postpones’ decision on disgraced influencer’s £3.3m seized assets
A DECISION on Andrew Tate's seized assets has once again been "postponed", reports claim.
The pair were taken into custody on suspicion of committing sexual offences in the UK earlier this week and are set to be extradited to Britain.
A spokesperson for the disgraced influencers told The Sun they "categorically reject" all new charges.
Today, the disgraced influencers attended a Bucharest to learn if they would regain access to the £3.3m worth of assets seized by Romanian authorities.
However, according to Tate News, authorities once again postponed a decision on the assets until March 22.
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Did Andrew Tate have a hair transplant?
Andrew Tate is understood to have undergone a hair transplant in 2019 after being diagnosed with male pattern baldness.
He had a procedure known as follicular unit extraction (FUE), in which tiny grafts from the scalp’s donor area are removed and subsequently implanted in the recipient spot.
What have the Tate brothers said?
Andrew Tate told reporters outside of a Bucharest court that he and his brother are “very innocent men.”
Andrew said: “I want to give absolute credit to Romanian justice for making the correct decision today.
“We are excited to finish this judicial process and clear our names.”
Tate brothers to be ‘transparent’ in legal proceedings
Andrew and Tristan have rejected the accusations made against them in Monday’s arrest warrants.
Eugen Vidineac – lawyer for the Tates – said: “This ruling provides an opportunity for the brothers to participate fully in their defence and for the legal process to proceed in a transparent manner.”
The brothers were arrested on Monday after authorities became aware of an alleged plan to flee Romania.
Judge 'postpones' decision on Tate brother's assets
According to X account Tate News, which has ties to the disgraced brothers, judges have postponed the decision on the £3.3m seized assets.
A decision will instead be made on March 22, Tate News claims.
Inside ‘Operation Moonwalk’
Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested on Monday following the issuing of two UK arrest warrants.
Dozens of cops descended on the brothers’ Romanian home as part of the Bedfordshire Police operation.
Bedfordshire Police said: “As part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of rape and human trafficking, Bedfordshire Police has obtained a European arrest warrant for two men in their 30s.
“We understand this is a distressing subject, and people may be impacted by what they are seeing in the news.
“Bedfordshire Police takes all reports of sexual offences seriously, and further support is available via our website or by calling 101.
“Anyone with information about this specific investigation should call 101, and quote Operation Moonwalk.”
What is Andrew Tate’s net worth?
Andrew Tate has previously boasted of being a “trillionaire” but in June 2023 The Sun reported that Romanian cops believe he has a net worth of around £ 10 million.
Police listed the disgraced influencer’s luxurious assets as they announced Tate and his brother Tristan had been charged as part of an ongoing sex trafficking investigation.
In January 2023, prosecutors said they had seized 15 luxury vehicles and more than 10 properties and homes belonging to the suspects to prevent the assets from being sold or hidden.
Tate is banned from major social media sites
Andrew Tate has been banned from the majority of major social media platforms.
He has had access to his YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram accounts removed.
He is still, however, very active on Twitter.
Tate runs his own online network called “The War Room” which has been described as an “exclusive online network for men”.
Tate brothers arrive to court
Andrew and Brother Tristan Tate have arrived in court today regarding their preliminary hearing.
The pair will also find out the decision on their assets.
Why was Andrew Tate in prison?
On December 29, 2022, Andrew Tate was arrested in Romania along with his brother Tristan on suspicion of human trafficking, rape and forming an organised crime group.
Originally, Tate’s stay behind bars was intended to last 30 days.
That was extended for another 30 days – until the end of February – and another 30 after that.
Eventually, Tate’s appeal to be moved to house arrest was successful and he left prison on March 31, 2023.
What assets have been seized?
Their assets include 15 luxury cars, 14 luxury watches, and 10 buildings and lands, all of which are located in and around Bucharest, Romania.
The brothers' collection of watches include two Hublot, three Patek Philippe, one Cartier, three Audemars Piguet, one Akribos, two Rolex, one Ulysse Nardin, and one Breitling.
Cars including three Porsche, two BMW, two Ferrari, one Aston Martin, one McLaren, one Lamborghini, and five Mercedes were also seized by Romania's organised crime-busting police unit DIICOT on January 5 last year.
Did streamer Adin Ross leak Tate’s plan to flee Romania?
Andrew Tate’s arrest may have been caused by his streamer pal Adin Ross revealing the disgraced influencer’s plan to flee Romania.
Speaking on his stream, Adin claimed Andrew told him: “Hey, I’m going to be leaving Romania soon and never coming back.
“So if you want to come and see me it’s basically now or never.”
Police reportedly moved quickly after Ross’ on-air gaff and arrested both Andrew and his brother Tristan.
Andrew Tate to discover fate of seized assets
Andrew and Tristan Tate will attend a Romanian court today to discover the fate of their seized assets.
It is believed authorities seized around £3.3m worth of assets from the brothers.
This comes after the pair were arrested this week on two UK arrest warrants.
They reject all accusations against them.
Brothers ‘categorically reject’ all new charges
They “categorically reject” all new charges – and have since been released from custody.
Eugen Vidineac, a lawyer representing the Tates, said: “This ruling provides an opportunity for the brothers to participate fully in their defence and for the legal process to proceed in a transparent manner.”
He also denied any allegations that Andrew had been planning to flee the country.
Who is Adin Ross?
Born on October 11, 2000, Adin Ross is a native of .
Ross began at a young age, even skipping his prom to go live on Twitch.
He started his career making gaming content but has since moved on to more controversial things.
Befriending creators such as Andrew Tate, Ross was eventually banned from Twitch.
This week he apologised to Tate for leaking the former kickboxer's alleged plan to escape Romania.
Who are Andrew Tate’s parents?
Andrew Tate was born to Emory Tate and Eileen Tate.
He has two younger siblings, Tristan and Janine.
Their father, Emory Tate was a Chicago-born American chess player.
He was an international master, and five-time winner of the United States Armed Forces Chess championship according to .
In 2015, Emory died in California at the early age of 56 after fainting during the competition, according to .
In August 2022, it was reported by the that their mother Eileen brought up the three children in relative poverty after moving to Bedfordshire, England when Tate was 11.
What are the Tate brothers accused of?
Former kickboxer and disgraced influencer Andrew and brother Tristan were charged by police in June as part of an ongoing sex trafficking investigation.
They have been accused of recruiting women on social media platforms and getting them to visit their villa on the outskirts of Bucharest.
Andrew and Tristan have both denied the allegations of trafficking and rape.
Why was Andrew Tate in prison?
On December 29, 2022, Andrew Tate was arrested in Romania along with his brother Tristan on suspicion of human trafficking, rape and forming an organised crime group.
Originally, Tate's stay behind bars was intended to last 30 days.
That was extended for another 30 days - until the end of February - and another 30 after that.
Eventually, Tate's appeal to be moved to house arrest was successful and he left prison on March 31, 2023.
British and Romanian cops working together on Andrew Tate case
Bedfordshire Police confirmed to The Sun they were working with Romanian authorities on their continued probe into allegations against Andrew Tate.
The force confirmed yesterday that once proceedings in Romania end, the influencer can be extradited to the UK.
Tate was arrested on Monday night after two UK arrest warrants were issued for Tate and his brother Tristan.
Brothers 'categorically reject' all new charges
They "categorically reject" all new charges - and have since been released from custody.
Eugen Vidineac, a lawyer representing the Tates, said: "This ruling provides an opportunity for the brothers to participate fully in their defence and for the legal process to proceed in a transparent manner."
He also denied any allegations that Andrew had been planning to flee the country.
Tristan Tate responds to arrest
Tristan Tate has taken to X/Twitter to rant about his arrest.
Tate, who has been charged in connection to human trafficking, wrote: " 'They’ll do anything to put you in jail' Yes anything besides give me to trial and prove beyond all reasonable doubt that I’ve committed a crime.
"Anything BUT that. This is day 441 of my arrest. I have a clean criminal record and am an American citizen."
What is Andrew Tate’s net worth?
Andrew Tate has previously boasted of being a “trillionaire” but in June 2023 The Sun reported that Romanian cops believe he has a net worth of around £ 10 million.
Police listed the disgraced influencer’s luxurious assets as they announced Tate and his brother Tristan had been charged as part of an ongoing sex trafficking investigation.
In January 2023, prosecutors said they had seized 15 luxury vehicles and more than 10 properties and homes belonging to the suspects to prevent the assets from being sold or hidden.
Andrew & Tristan Tate facing ‘21 accusations of rape & sexual assault in UK’
Andrew and Tristan Tate are facing 21 complaints of rape and sexual assault in the UK, judicial sources say.
The brothers are set to be extradited to Britain after being arrested as part of the UK's "Operation Moon" investigation.
Now, Judicial sources have told Romanian outlet that 21 complaints of rape and sexual assault had been filed against the brothers in the UK.
The insider claimed some of the victims were drugged and subjected to sexual assault between 2012 and 2015.
Did Andrew Tate have a hair transplant?
Andrew Tate is understood to have undergone a hair transplant in 2019 after being diagnosed with male pattern baldness.
He had a procedure known as follicular unit extraction (FUE), in which tiny grafts from the scalp’s donor area are removed and subsequently implanted in the recipient spot.
How did Andrew Tate make his money?
Andrew Tate began his career as a kickboxer, during his time in the ring he won multiple world titles.
Following his retirement, Tate claimed to have amassed his wealth through investments in CyrptoCurrency and other stocks.
However, it appears this was simply part of his carefully crafted persona designed to appeal to his followers.
Rather, it is believed Tate made most of his money through a webcamming business run out of a compound in Romania.
Now he runs two subscription services, Hustlers University and the War Room, which bring in funds through paid fees.
Tate brothers to be ‘transparent’ in legal proceedings
Andrew and Tristan have rejected the accusations made against them in Monday’s arrest warrants.
Eugen Vidineac – lawyer for the Tates – said: “This ruling provides an opportunity for the brothers to participate fully in their defence and for the legal process to proceed in a transparent manner.”
The brothers were arrested on Monday after authorities became aware of an alleged plan to flee Romania.