Brown's trial is set for October 2026, while he continues his international tour.
**Chris Brown Enters Not Guilty Plea Over Assault Charges in London**
**Chris Brown Enters Not Guilty Plea Over Assault Charges in London**
US singer faces multiple charges related to a bottle attack incident from 2023.
In a high-profile court appearance, Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to two new charges stemming from an alleged assault involving a bottle at a London nightclub in February 2023. The 36-year-old artist faces accusations of causing actual bodily harm to music producer Abraham Diaw, with the incident described by prosecutors as "unprovoked." Additionally, he is charged with possessing an offensive weapon, specifically a tequila bottle.
These latest charges come on the heels of a more serious allegation of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm (GBH), to which Brown has also pleaded not guilty. His trial is scheduled for October 2026, as legal proceedings continue to unfold.
Arriving at Southwark Crown Court dressed in a brown suit and dark-rimmed glasses, Brown briefly acknowledged fans who gathered to support him in the courtroom. Onlookers chanted "we love you Chris," reflecting his ongoing popularity despite the legal challenges he faces.
The incident reportedly took place at Soho's Tape nightclub, where prosecutors allege that Brown struck Diaw multiple times with a bottle. In May, he was arrested at the Lowry Hotel in Salford, Greater Manchester, while preparing for a European tour. After spending nearly a week in custody, he was released upon the payment of a £5 million security fee, securing his bail with conditions that include residing in the UK and surrendering his passport.
An arrangement allows Brown to reclaim his passport for tour commitments, and he has since resumed live performances, with the North American leg of his tour set to begin later this month. Known as one of the leading figures in the US R&B scene, Brown has accumulated two Grammy Awards and boasts numerous chart-topping hits in the UK, including "Turn Up The Music" and "Freaky Friday."
His co-defendant, Omololu Akinlolu, also pleaded not guilty to causing actual bodily harm and has equally denied attempting grievous bodily harm. The unfolding case remains closely watched as it intersects with Brown's continuing career in music.
