Chelsea and Matildas star Sam Kerr has been acquitted of racially aggravated harassment charges following a trial at Kingston Crown Court in London. The jury reached a not guilty verdict after deliberating for approximately four hours.
The case stemmed from an incident in January 2023, when Kerr was involved in a dispute with a taxi driver after a night out in London. The situation escalated upon her arrival at Twickenham Police Station, where she was accused of making racially charged remarks toward a police officer. Kerr maintained that her comments were not intended to cause harm or distress.
The verdict brings an end to a high-profile legal battle that had drawn significant media attention. The Metropolitan Police acknowledged the court’s ruling and reiterated their support for the officers involved.
With the case now resolved, Kerr will focus on her recovery from an ACL injury, which has sidelined her since December 2023. She remains a key figure for Chelsea Women and the Australian national team.
For full details on the trial, you can read more here.
