Singer Rex Orange County Charged With SIX Counts Of Sexual Assault!

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Singer Rex Orange County has been accused of sexually assaulting a lady six instances!

According to The Sun on Monday, the 24-year-old allegedly assaulted the unnamed girl a number of instances on separate events in London. He has been accused of assaulting her twice within the West End on June 1 and 4 further instances the subsequent day, as soon as in a taxi and thrice at his house in Notting Hill. The girl’s age is being saved personal, save the very fact she is reportedly over 16 years previous. We assume that info is being given out for authorized causes, however boy does it make every thing sound extra improper…

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The English musician appeared on the Southwark Crown Court in London on Monday to disclaim the allegations. After pleading not responsible to all six costs, he was launched from police custody on unconditional bail — usually given to individuals the courtroom doesn’t imagine are a flight danger or hazard to society. A provisional trial date was set for January 3, 2023.

In gentle of those surprising allegations, Rex Orange County, born Alexander O’Connor, shared through a consultant who spoke with Variety following his courtroom look:

“Alex is shocked by the allegations, which he denies, and looks forward to clearing his name in court. He is unable to make any further comment because of the ongoing proceedings.”

The songwriter has but to deal with the allegations publicly himself, and it doesn’t sound like he’ll anytime quickly.

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Innerestingly, in July, the performer introduced he was canceling his tour dates in Australia, New Zealand, and Europe due to “unforeseen personal circumstances” that meant he was “having to spend some time at home this year” and would “not be able to continue with touring as planned.” He added:

“This is the last thing I want to do. I love touring and I am so sorry to be letting anyone down. I look forward to getting back to it as soon as I can.”

Guess we’ve got a greater thought of these circumstances now.

Hmm.

This submit got here only one month after the alleged assault befell. Yeesh, not the perfect look, all issues thought-about.

The pop star rose to fame in 2017 with hits Best Friend and Loving Is Easy. The identical yr, he was featured on two tracks as a part of Tyler, the Creator’s Grammy-nominated album Flower Boy. His newest album, Who Cares?, got here out in March. He attended the distinguished BRIT School, which incorporates Adele, Amy Winehouse, Leona Lewis, and Tom Holland as alumni. We’ll have to attend and see how this authorized matter performs out for the singer. Thoughts?

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