Cheshire Police have stated that Joey Barton faces two charges of sending malicious communications regarding online posts about BBC presenter Jeremy Vine and footballer Lucy Ward.
The investigation that led to the charges was authorized by the Crown Prosecution Service, which indicates the seriousness of the alleged offenses committed by Barton.
After a career that included time at Manchester City and QPR, Barton has now transitioned into management, though he was dismissed from Bristol Rovers in October 2023.
The specific timeline for the alleged malicious communications extends from January 3 to March 20 this year, indicating a sustained period of problematic behavior online.
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