Judge Denies Jay-Z’s Bid to Dismiss Rape Case
Judge Analisa Torres denied Jay-Z’s motion to dismiss a rape lawsuit filed by a Jane Doe accuser, rejecting the defense’s aggressive tactics and accusations against the plaintiff’s attorney. The judge also granted Doe’s request for anonymity, acknowledging the sensitive nature of the sexual assault allegations and potential threats against witnesses. Jay-Z, who vehemently denies the claims, and his legal team have repeatedly attempted to discredit both the accuser and her legal representation. The case, which also names Sean “Diddy” Combs, alleges that Doe was drugged and raped at a post-2000 MTV Video Music Awards party.
John Q. Hosedrinker