Chris Brown pleads guilty to affray over nightclub attack
Assault and grievous bodily harm (GBH) charges against the US singer and a co-defendant are dropped.
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"This was a disgraceful, unprovoked assault that put a man in hospital."
— Zara Ripamonti , Other
"This was a vicious and unprovoked attack by Brown and Akinlolu in a crowded nightclub."
— Claire Campbell , Other
Key People
Chris Brown is a US singer known for his controversial career and legal issues.
Senior crown prosecutor in CPS London South.
Rapper from Florida who performs under the name Hoody Baby.
Detective Constable with the Metropolitan Police.
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Assault and grievous bodily harm (GBH) charges against the US singer and a co-defendant are dropped.
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