Jay-Z's legal representative asserts that the sexual assault allegations against him are "unfounded."
An Alabama woman alleges that Jay-Z and Sean 'Diddy' Combs sexually assaulted her when she was 13 years old.
Jay-Z's legal team has maintained his innocence in a lawsuit filed against Sean "Diddy" Combs, accusing the rap moguls of sexual assault when the accuser was 13 years old.
On December 16, Alex Spiro spoke at Roc Nation's headquarters in New York and stated that the accusations against Jay-Z are "proven to be false." Spiro referenced NBC News' recent interview with an unnamed Alabama woman who admitted to making "mistakes" when recounting what happened at the 2000s VMA's after party.
Spiro emphasizes that the inconsistencies are not minor and it's impossible for this to have happened based on the time.
Spiro stated in The Hollywood Reporter that when individuals create a story, regardless of whether it is intentional or their mind is blank, they can always accurately convey the core element of the story. However, they will always struggle with the specifics when the event is not real or did not occur.
"This was not possible because this never happened," he added.
Spiro stated that his client, whose real name is Shawn Carter, is "displeased" with the current circumstances.
He is upset that someone would be allowed to make a mockery of the system like this, which distracts and dissuades real victims from coming forward, and his kids and family have to deal with it.
"[This was] not possible. It’s because this never happened." — Alex Spiro, Jay-Z's lawyer
Spiro stated that Jay-Z has no connection to Combs' case or Combs, and that they have known each other professionally for years. He explained that people in all professions know each other and support each other at events like music awards and the NBA All-Star Game. Spiro emphasized that there is no closer association between them and that he has no knowledge of the charges or allegations against Combs.
Spiro stated that the issue involving Jane Doe's lawyer, Tony Buzbee, will be addressed.
Jane Doe, an Alabama woman, confessed to making "some mistakes" while recounting her alleged sexual assault by two rap moguls 24 years ago, in an interview with NBC News on Friday.
The woman admitted to making mistakes, while maintaining the accuracy of her accusations against Jay-Z.
Jane Doe made a mistake by claiming that her father picked her up after the alleged sexual assault, but he doesn't recall that, according to NBC News. Additionally, she claimed to have spoken to an unnamed celebrity at the after-party, where she claimed to have been sexually assaulted, but the celebrity has said that they weren't in New York at the time of the event, per the outlet.
According to court documents, the unidentified woman ended up at a VMAs afterparty after attempting to gain entry to the awards show at Radio City Music Hall.
On Friday, Jay-Z issued a statement to Planet Chronicle Digital refuting Jane Doe's allegations against him.
"Jay-Z stated that the incident did not occur, but the lawyer filed it in court and continued to assert his position in the media. True justice will prevail, and we will fight for it. This case was already settled before it began, and the lawyer is unaware of this. Soon, he will realize the truth."
In 2000, a 13-year-old girl accused Jay-Z and Diddy of raping her, as previously confirmed by Planet Chronicle Digital. Prior to being named in the lawsuit, Jay-Z likely received a demand letter seeking to settle the matter.
Buzbee stated to NBC that he would persist in defending his client.
Our client, Jane Doe, was referred to our firm by another who had previously vetted her case. Despite our client's firm belief in the accuracy of her statements, we will continue to investigate her claims and gather supporting evidence. Our client has agreed to undergo a polygraph test, which is a first for us.
Buzbee concluded that, despite any circumstances, they always strive to verify every claim made, as they did in this instance. This has caused her immense distress, resulting in seizures and the need for medical treatment due to the stress.
Buzbee stated in an email to The Associated Press on Monday that the woman had been referred to him by another law firm and had undergone vetting by four attorneys from his firm.
""Our client remains adamant about her claim, as courts exist to resolve factual disputes," Buzbee stated."
The Associated Press contributed to this report
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