Ryan Giggs’ prosecution over domestic violence allegations abandoned

Giggs denied the offences and underwent a month-long trial, ending last August when the jury failed to reach any verdicts.

Former Manchester United footballer Ryan Giggs, centre, arrives at Manchester Crown Court. Picture: Peter Powell/PA

Ex-Manchester United footballer Ryan Giggs’ retrial later this month on domestic violence charges has been abandoned after lawyers withdrew the prosecution.

Giggs, 49, was due to go on trial for a second time on July 31, accused of controlling or coercive behaviour towards his ex-girlfriend Kate Greville, 39, between August 2017 and November 2020.