Jay-Z Fights to Dismiss Sexual Assault Case, Cites Major Inconsistencies in Accuser's Story

Jay-Z Fights to Dismiss Sexual Assault Case, Cites Major Inconsistencies in Accuser's Story

By Marcus Bennett

December 17, 2024 at 02:05 AM

Jay-Z has formally requested the dismissal of a sexual assault lawsuit, citing significant inconsistencies in the accuser's testimony and evidence. The case involves allegations from a now-38-year-old woman who claims she was assaulted at a VMAs afterparty in 2000 when she was 13.

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Jay-Z performing onstage

Key points in Jay-Z's dismissal request:

  • The accuser's father denies picking her up after the alleged incident
  • Location discrepancies between the plaintiff's description and photographic evidence
  • A witness cited in the complaint denies being present at the described event
  • Questions about the precise location of the alleged assault remain unresolved

The accuser's attorney, Tony Buzbee, who represents over 200 individuals in related cases against Diddy, maintains his client's allegations are truthful. The plaintiff has defended apparent inconsistencies, attributing her father's conflicting account to memory issues.

Jay-Z's legal team argues that "basic facts in her narrative – the who, what, when, and where – are wrong." They emphasize that allowing the case to proceed could harm not only Jay-Z but also "impairs the integrity of the judicial system" and "silences the voices of true victims."

Currently, Jay-Z maintains NFL support while dealing with this case and separate paternity claims. The court's decision on the dismissal request is pending.

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