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Smokey Robinson Under Criminal Investigation Amid Sexual Assault Allegations

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is investigating allegations of rape and sexual assault against singer Smokey Robinson, following a lawsuit from four former housekeepers.


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Smokey Robinson, the Motown icon, is under criminal investigation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department over sexual assault allegations made by four former housekeepers. The women have claimed that they were repeatedly assaulted between 2007 and 2024, filing a lawsuit seeking $50 million in damages. Robinson's attorney has labeled the allegations as false and part of a money-making scheme. The investigation is in its early stages, with both sides expressing their intent to cooperate.

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Four women have accused Smokey Robinson of sexual harassment and assault in a lawsuit, seeking $50 million in damages, claiming incidents occurred over many years in various locations.

These women did not report the allegations to authorities initially due to fear of retaliation and their immigration status, indicating a power imbalance and workplace vulnerability.

The criminal investigation signifies the seriousness of the allegations and the importance of giving these women a voice in the pursuit of justice.

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