Jay-Z denies allegations that he and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs raped a 13-year-old girl in 2000
Jay-Z Denies Allegations of Raping 13-Year-Old Girl
In a shocking turn of events, legendary rapper Jay-Z has denied allegations that he and Sean "Diddy" Combs raped a 13-year-old girl at an MTV Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000. The accusations were made by an anonymous accuser, identified only as Jane Doe, in a civil lawsuit filed on Sunday.
Jay-Z Calls Allegations "Idiotic"
In a statement to NBC News, Jay-Z, whose real name is Sean Carter, called the allegations "idiotic." He added, "These allegations are so heinous in nature that I implore you to file a criminal complaint, not a civil one. Whomever should commit such a crime against a minor should be locked away. Would you not agree?"
Attorneys for Combs Dismiss Lawsuit
Attorneys representing Combs also dismissed the lawsuit, calling it a "shameless publicity stunt." Combs is currently behind bars at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center after federal prosecutors charged him in September with racketeering and sex trafficking.
Accuser’s Allegations
According to the amended complaint, Jane Doe alleged that she was driven to the afterparty by a limousine driver who said, "Come on in, you look like you’re Diddy or something." She claimed that she was assaulted at the party, allegedly by both Combs and Jay-Z.
Jay-Z’s Response
Jay-Z’s statement emphasized that the allegations were "so heinous in nature" that they should be filed as a criminal complaint, rather than a civil lawsuit. His statement also hinted that the allegations were made in response to his team pushing back on the filing of the complaint.
Legal Analyst’s Insights
NBC News legal analyst Dannie Svalos broke down the legal implications of the allegations. "The amended complaint alleges that the 13-year-old plaintiff was assaulted by both Combs and Jay-Z. Jay-Z was technically already in the complaint, but he was referred to as ‘celebrity A.’ The addition of his name to the complaint raises questions about what exactly Jay-Z did as a party to the alleged assault."
What’s Next?
The case will now proceed through the civil court process, which will involve a discovery plan, the exchange of paperwork and documents, and potentially, depositions. Years from now, the case could go to trial.
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