Famed French singer and actor Patrick Bruel has been placed in police custody over allegations of rape, attempted rape, sexual assault and harassment from 13 victims, the Nanterre prosecution office said on Monday. Bruel has publicly denied wrongdoing.
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Famed French singer and actor Patrick Bruel has been placed in police custody over allegations of rape, attempted rape, sexual assault and harassment from 13 victims, the Nanterre prosecution office said on Monday. Bruel has publicly denied wrongdoing.
Famed French singer and actor Patrick Bruel has been placed in police custody over allegations of rape, attempted rape, sexual assault and harassment from 13 victims, the Nanterre prosecution office said on Monday. A FRENCH pop star has been arrested after 13 women accused the popular singer of rape and sexual assault. Patrick Bruel was taken into custody after more than 30 women came forward with claims of sexual assault by the 67-year-old.
France 24 English reported the story as "French star Patrick Bruel placed in police custody over rape, sex assault allegations." The Sun US reported the story as "French pop star, 67, arrested after 13 women accuse singer of rape and sexual assault."
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