Chris Brown pleads not guilty to London nightclub assault! US R&B singer Chris Brown pleaded not guilty on Friday to charges of assault stemming from an alleged nightclub incident in London in 2023.
The 36-year-old artist is accused of attempting to inflict grievous bodily harm on music producer Abraham Diaw in what prosecutors described as an “unprovoked attack”.
Chris Brown pleads not guilty
Trial Date Set for 2026
Brown appeared at Southwark Crown Court, where he denied the charge. His trial has been scheduled to start on October 26, 2026. The incident reportedly occurred in a nightclub, and the case has been under investigation since then.
Bail and Tour Details
In May, Brown was granted bail after he agreed to pay a £5 million (R121.5 million) security fee to proceed with his Breezy Bowl XX tour. His arrest took place at a Manchester hotel last month, marking his first return to the UK since the alleged assault.
Career Context
Known for chart-topping hits like Loyal, Run It, and Under the Influence, Chris Brown is a two-time Grammy Award winner. The court case has drawn significant media attention, with fans closely following developments.
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