Chris Brown, accused of vicious nightclub assault, enters not guilty plea
Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown, 36, pleaded not guilty Friday, June 20, to attempting to cause grievous bodily harm with intent in connection with a 2023 nightclub assault in London.
Co-defendant Omololu Akinlolu, aka “Hoody Baby,” also pleaded not guilty.
The incident allegedly involved Brown attacking music producer Abe Diaw with a bottle, followed by punches and kicks, at Tape nightclub in Mayfair.
The assault, captured on surveillance video, occurred in front of numerous witnesses.
Brown was initially charged with grievous bodily harm but now faces additional charges, including assault causing actual bodily harm and possessing an offensive weapon.
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