Hip Hop Artist Nelly Successfully Defended
On 2nd April 2019 UK Police confirmed that they have concluded their investigation against US rapper Nelly in relation to allegations of serious sexual assault made by an anonymous complainant. Following a full investigation “no further action will be taken”. Nelly was represented by Blackfords LLP and barrister, Stephen Ferguson of 2 Bedford Row.
Gary Bloxsome, Lead Partner of Blackfords LLP, stated:-
“We are pleased that this matter is now over for Nelly. Barrister Stephen Ferguson and my firm worked in close harness to ensure that this matter was discontinued at the first realistic opportunity. Nelly co-operated fully with the UK authorities at every stage of their investigation and the right result was achieved”.