UK police charge singer Chris Brown with grievous bodily harm
The 36-year-old singer was arrested early Thursday at a hotel in Manchester and remains in custody ahead of his court appearance on Friday.
Chris Brown has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent following an alleged assault at a nightclub in central London on February 19, 2023, the Metropolitan Police said.
The 36-year-old singer was arrested early Thursday at a hotel in Manchester and remains in custody ahead of his court appearance on Friday at Manchester Magistrates' Court.
The charge relates to an incident that reportedly took place at a London nightclub, according to police.
Adele Kelly, deputy chief crown prosecutor for CPS London North, said, "We have authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge Chris Brown with one count of grievous bodily harm, contrary to section 18 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861."
She added, "Criminal proceedings against this defendant are active" and stressed, "he has the right to a fair trial."
According to reports, Chris Brown arrived at Manchester Airport on Wednesday afternoon on a private jet. The R&B singer is currently on a UK tour with several shows planned for June and July.
