Andrew Tate
On Friday, December 30, 2022, Andrew Tate, along with his brother Tristan and two Romanian nationals, came under investigation by the Directorate for Investigating Organised Crime and Terrorism (DIICOT) for their alleged involvement in an organized crime group. The group stands accused of recruiting and exploiting women, coercing them into creating pornographic content for specialized websites. In light of the investigation, prosecutors have submitted an application to extend Andrew Tate's detention at a detention center for an additional 30 days, pending a ruling from the judge. During the recent detention hearing, both brothers opted to exercise their right to remain silent. The investigation remains ongoing. He was detained by the Romanian Anti-Organized Crime Division for human sex trafficking, rape and forming an organized crime group with the intent of recruiting and housing women to create online pornography. The group is said to span Romania, the United Kingdom and the United States. Officials have said that Tate had been under investigation since April, 2022. The two women found at his property were allegedly being held against them, with an additional four women also alleging imprisonment. It is believed that they were subjected to mental and physical violence. Allegations say that these women were told they would become married to and live with Tate.