American R&B singer Chris Brown has been remanded in custody after being charged with assault following an alleged attack at a nightclub in London. The 36-year-old was arrested at The Lowry Hotel in Salford on Thursday. He appeared in Manchester Magistrates’ Court on Friday, where he confirmed his full name, Christopher Maurice Brown, and his date of birth. When asked for his address, he told the court: “The Lowry Hotel.” According to BBC News, Brown is accused of using a bottle to seriously injure music producer Abe Diaw at Tape, a popular nightclub in London’s Mayfair area, in 2023. The ch

American R&B singer Chris Brown has been remanded in custody after being charged with assault following an alleged attack at a nightclub in London. The 36-year-old was arrested at The Lowry Hotel in Salford on Thursday. He appeared in Manchester Magistrates’ Court on Friday, where he confirmed his full name, Christopher Maurice Brown, and his date of birth. When asked for his address, he told the court: “The Lowry Hotel.” According to BBC News, Brown is accused of using a bottle to seriously injure music producer Abe Diaw at Tape, a popular nightclub in London’s Mayfair area, in 2023. The charge is for causing grievous bodily harm, a serious offence. District Judge Joanne Hirst explained that the case is too serious for a magistrates’ court and must be heard at a crown court. “This case will be moved to Southwark Crown Court in London,” she said. The next hearing is scheduled for 13 June. Brown was in the UK for his upcoming summer tour, with planned shows in Manchester, Cardiff, and across Europe. He was due to perform in Amsterdam on 8 June. Despite the charges, many fans showed their support. A crowd waited outside the court, hoping to catch a glimpse of the star. One fan, Candy, 35, from Manchester, said she skipped her daily plans to come. “I’ve followed Chris since I was 14,” she told the BBC. “When I heard he was arrested, I couldn’t sleep. I’m just here to support him. I love his music, his voice. Even my children are fans now.” Brown, wearing black tracksuit bottoms and a plain t-shirt in court, did not speak about the charge beyond confirming his identity. The case has sparked strong reactions online, with both support and criticism from fans and the public.

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