After more than 25 years of accusations and a federal court trial in New York that lasted seven weeks, R&B singer, R. Kelly has been found guilty of all charges including sexual exploitation of a child, bribery, racketeering and sex trafficking involving five victims.
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Sentencing is due on May 4 and he could spend the rest of his life behind bars. The singer was famous for his award-winning sing, I Believe I Can Fly.
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Kelly’s defence attorney has criticised his aspect of the case against his client.
He said, “We look forward to the truth and the facts coming to light as the defence will continue to vigorously defend Mr. Kelly”. This was said in a statement before the trial.
Attorney Gloria Allred, who represented three of the six victims who testified in the case, said R. Kelly is the worst predator she was ever pursued.
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