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Nation, the legal drama continues.

🎤 R&B superstar Chris Brown is once again back in the headlines—this time pleading not guilty to two new criminal charges stemming from an alleged violent nightclub altercation in London’s Mayfair district.

👨🏽‍⚖️ The Grammy winner appeared in a U.K. courtroom on Thursday, July 11, where he denied charges of assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH) and possession of an offensive weapon—specifically a tequila bottle allegedly used in the attack.

👀 The Incident

According to prosecutors, the altercation took place in February 2023 at Tape nightclub, a popular celeb hotspot. Brown, alongside co-defendant Omololu “HoodyBaby” Akinlolu, allegedly assaulted music producer Abraham Diaw by smashing a bottle over his head, then continuing to kick and punch him while he lay unconscious.

📸 CCTV footage reportedly captures parts of the attack. Authorities say the bottle, which Brown allegedly wielded, is central to the weapon charge.

⚖️ What We Know

Brown was previously charged with grievous bodily harm, which he has also denied. The latest charges came after additional evidence was presented to the court. Despite facing serious legal heat, Brown remains free on bail—having reportedly posted a £5 million bond earlier this year. He is currently continuing his European tour, performing in multiple cities while awaiting trial.

🎭 Supporters Speak, Critics React

About 20 fans were present in court and reportedly cheered as Brown entered the courtroom. But online, reactions are mixed—many calling out the singer’s history of violent incidents, while others defend him as a target of unfair scrutiny.

The trial is currently scheduled for October 26, 2026, and is expected to last up to seven days.

Noir Nation, do y’all think this is another media setup—or is it time to truly hold celebrities accountable, no matter how many hits they’ve made?

Let us know your thoughts. We’ll be watching closely.