R. Kelly Charged With 10 Counts Sexual Abuse
Sources claim he will turn himself into authorities today. TMZ reports the Cook County State’s Attorney has charged R. Kelly with 10 counts sexual abuse. 9 of 10 counts reportedly…
NEW YORK, NY – JULY 14: Singer R. Kelly attends the Ovadia & Sons front row during New York Fashion Week: Men’s S/S 2016 at Skylight Clarkson Sq on July 14, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)
(Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)Sources claim he will turn himself into authorities today.
TMZ reports the Cook County State's Attorney has charged R. Kelly with 10 counts sexual abuse. 9 of 10 counts reportedly involve alleged victims ranging between 13 to 16 years old. At the moment, there are 4 alleged victims.
Per TMZ: "A grand jury had convened about a week ago to investigate the alleged sex tape that Michael Avenatti handed over to authorities. 2 women testified for the grand jury over the last week, including one who provided physical evidence. We're told as many as a dozen women came forward to testify."
The charge is a class 2 felony in Illinois, and each one carries a sentence of 3-7 years in prison.
Check back for updates in this developing story.
