Yahoo News David Blaine denies rape allegations from model
The following article contains discussion of sexual misconduct that some readers may find distressing.
Magician David Blaine is denying historic accusations of rape made against him by model Natasha Prince.
Prince has claimed that she was assaulted by Blaine in London back in 2004, and now Scotland Yard is launching an investigation into the matter (via The Daily Beast).
A spokesperson for Scotland Yard said Thursday (October 19): "Officers from the Met's Child Abuse and Sexual Offences Command are investigating an allegation of rape.
"The allegation was reported to police on 17 November 2016 by a woman who alleged she was raped at an address in Chelsea in June or July 2004 when she was aged 21. There have been no arrests at this stage and enquiries continue."
Scotland Yard has reportedly requested that David Blaine travel to the UK for an interview about Natasha Prince's allegations. In a statement through his attorney, Blaine offered a strenuous denial.
His lawyer Marty Singer said: "My client vehemently denies that he raped or sexually assaulted any woman, ever, and he specifically denies raping a woman in 2004.
"If, in fact, there is any police investigation, my client will fully cooperate because he has nothing to hide."
In a follow-up statement, Singer clarified: "This would include Natasha Prince."
Rape Crisis England and Wales works towards the elimination of sexual violence. If you've been affected by the issues raised in this story, you can access more information on their website or by calling the National Rape Crisis Helpline on 0808 802 9999. Rape Crisis Scotland's helpline number is 08088 01 03 02.
Readers in the US are encouraged to contact RAINN, or the National Sexual Assault Hotline on 800-656-4673.
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