Here are the latest publicly reported updates I can share right now about James Holder:
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Reports from April 27, 2026, indicate that James Holder, co-founder of Superdry, is facing rape and assault by penetration charges in connection with an alleged incident in 2022. The trial was ongoing at that time. [source: Mirror article dated 2026-04-27][1]
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Additional coverage around the same period notes continued legal proceedings with Holder denying the charges, and details presented in court regarding the alleged victim’s account and the timeline of events. [source: Hellorayo UK article dated 2026-04-26][4]
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Other listings and profiles mentioning James Holder in different contexts (such as sports or other individuals with the same name) exist, but they are not connected to the Superdry co-founder or the criminal case. If you intended a different James Holder, I can help filter those results. [sources: Alchetron entry, SI writer bio, and obituary listings],,[3][6][7]
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Citations:
- Mirror article on the case and charges.[1]
- Hellorayo UK summary of proceedings and charges.[4]
Sources
James (Jim) Holder (born 5 May 1986 in Sydney, New South Wales) is an Australian speedway rider. He is the older brother of 2012 Speedway World Champion and five times Australian Champion Chris Holder, and jack holder who is also a speedway rider , Holder began his career at the Isle of Wight Island
alchetron.comView James Lee Holder Ii's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.
www.legacy.comA veteran player who is the Bears' leading candidate to start at either first base or as a right-handed designated hitter...has had some impressive games during his career and has the potential to be
calbears.comThe Official website for the Sheffield Tigers Speedway Team. All the latest news from Owlerton Stadium
www.sheffield-speedway.comAppearance Details: Date:8/4/2005 Judge:Fishburn, Mark Court Room:Room 118 - Division VI - Metro Center, Corners Bldg. Attorney:Robnett, Matthew Reason:*Discussion Incarceration: Location:Davidson County Sheriff's Facility Years:2 Months: Days: Percentage: Suspended All But: SAB%: Day for Day?:N Hour for Hour?:N Report Date: Suspended?:N No Work Default?:N Work Release?:N Work Release %: No Early Release?:N … Case Details: Name:Holder, James Lee Date of Birth:12/12/1985 Disposition:Guilty...
sci.ccc.nashville.govA court heard that the alleged victim awoke to find James Holder, 54, standing in the doorway of her living room before the prosecution said he dragged her onto her own bed and raped her
www.mirror.co.ukThe co-founder of clothing firm Superdry raped a woman after a night out...
www.hellorayo.co.ukJames Holder is a news and feature writer for The Takedown on SI. After realizing as a teenager that he didn’t have the talent to be a professional sportsper...
www.si.comNews James Holder Page 5
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