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Jay-Z's Lawyer Discusses Dropped Sex Assault Lawsuit and New Information

Eyewitness News ABC7NYApril 7, 20253 min8,092 views
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Dropped Lawsuit Against Jay-Z

  • 🎯 A lawsuit accusing Jay-Z and Diddy of rape when the accuser was 13 has been permanently dropped.
  • 🗣️ The accuser is heard on a recording stating that Jay-Z did not assault her.
  • ⚖️ Jay-Z's lawyer stated that this recording should put to rest any doubt about his innocence.

Accuser's Claims About Her Lawyer

  • 💡 The accuser is also heard on the recording saying that her lawyer pushed her to file the lawsuit against Jay-Z.
  • 💰 She claims her lawyer was the one who pushed her towards going forward with the suit, suggesting a motive related to financial gain.

Legal Proceedings and Statements

  • 📰 ABC News exclusively obtained a recording of the accuser speaking with private investigators.
  • 🚫 The accuser's lawyer, Tony Busby, called the claim that he pushed his client to sue Jay-Z a "blatant lie".
  • 📞 Busby provided a recording of a phone call with his client where she denies Jay-Z assaulted her and denies he told her to say he did for more money.
  • 📝 In a court filing, the accuser stated, "I stand by my claims," but also felt intimidated when confronted by investigators.

Jay-Z's Lawsuit and Diddy's Situation

  • ⚖️ Jay-Z is now suing Jane Doe and her lawyer for defamation.
  • 🎤 The accuser's lawyer stated that Jay-Z was present but had no part in any sexual acts.
  • ⚠️ While Jay-Z's case is over, Sean 'Diddy' Combs is still facing other civil lawsuits from different accusers and a new criminal indictment.
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