Introduction
The media woke up in a storm yesterday following the arrest of British rapper, YouTuber, and TV personality Yung Filly. This was due to rape and sexual assault allegations in Australia. But what really happened?
What Led to His Arrest?
The 29-year-old has been arrested in Australia. But why, you may ask? Well, this is following allegations of rape and sexual assault.
Allegedly, the rapper sexually assaulted a young woman in her 20s after his performance at the nightclub Bar 1. The incident took place on the 28th of September in his Perth hotel, in the northern coastal suburb and the capital city of Western Australia.
In addition to this, he is facing four counts of sexual penetration without consent and three counts of assault. Furthermore, he is facing another charge for “impeding a person’s normal breathing or circulation by applying pressure to their neck.”
As a result of the charges, Filly was arrested and taken into custody this Tuesday, and then extradited back to Perth the following Wednesday. He then appeared in Perth’s magistrate court on Thursday to answer the charges.
Essentially, Filly has some serious allegations against him. As of right now, the case has been adjourned, and the court granted him conditional bail. This includes a ban on contacting his alleged victim and posting on social media about the case. He was also required to pay a total of £104,000.
But such allegations could have damaging effects on his career and a lasting impact on his reputation. For now, we can only wait to see what the future holds for Yung Filly.
But, Who Is Yung Filly?
Yung Filly, whose real name is Andres Felipe Barrientos, was born in Cali, Colombia, before moving and being raised in Lewisham, South East London. His rise to stardom came from his humor, confidence, and energy. It made him likable amongst his peers, and eventually led him to a wider stage of fame.
Filly used platforms like YouTube and social media to showcase his talents and unique sense of humor. His talents finally started to pay off after his breakthrough in 2017. Alongside his friend and fellow YouTuber and comedian Chunkz, they became known as an iconic duo. Additionally, he became recognized as one of the UK’s most prominent YouTubers and a popular social media personality.
As it currently stands, Filly has over 1.8 million subscribers on YouTube and 3.3 million followers on Instagram. He has worked with brands such as Footasylum, Heinz, German Doner Kebab, and M&S. Moreover, he has featured on TV networks, hosting numerous shows on BBC, Channel 4, and ITV. He was a part of Soccer Aid in 2020 and took part in The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer. He even received an MOBO award in 2021 for Best Media Personality.
As previously mentioned, Filly is also a rapper. His most notable releases include 2020’s “Confidence” featuring fellow UK rappers Chunkz and Geko, 2022’s “Day to Day” with rapper Chip, and his collaboration with Brit Award-winning star Aitch on “Grey,” released in early 2024. His latest release is “Temptation.”
Social Media Reaction to Yung Filly Charges
Since the news erupted, social media has been flooded with reactions. People are taking to the internet to share their thoughts.
Here is what X users had to say: https://x.com/bluesdb/status/1844213351112638777?s=46&t=dtMOqThy1RZ2HAz6c6-BTw
Sexual Violence Amongst Young People
The Filly matter represents a deeper issue within the youth. Sexual violence is a serious issue and isn’t something that should be handled lightly. Instead, we should stand up against it and be a pillar of support for victims.
It’s important to stay informed, educated, and aware of sexual violence. Understand that it comes in different forms, such as rape, assault, sexual harassment, and coercion. Statistics show that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men will experience sexual violence at some point in their lives. And young people are at the highest risk compared to all other age groups.
Additionally, the BBC looked at unique police data and found that in 2023, over 8,800 rapes were reported to the police in London. That’s like 24 reports every single day!
Such reports are shocking and are a constant reminder that as a community, we must do better. Amongst the youth, we must do better to stand against sexual violence, as well as stay safe and vigilant. We must work together to improve legal services that combat such crimes and help victims. Together, let’s say no to sexual violence.
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