By Reeturaj - Oct 17, 2024
British rapper Yung Filly, known for his work with YouTube collective Beta Squad, faces rape allegations in Australia. He was extradited to Perth from Brisbane after being arrested, charged with multiple offences, including sexual penetration without consent. Police argue against bail, citing strong evidence and concerns about witness interference due to Barrientos's large social media following.
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The British rapper and online personality Yung Filly, whose real name is Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, has been charged with rape allegations in Australia. He is best known for his work with the YouTube collective Beta Squad. Yung Filly was arrested in Brisbane on Tuesday and extradited to Perth the following day to attend a court hearing.
The 29-year-old, who was touring his music in Australia, has also made appearances in the UK on Soccer Aid on ITV and The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer on Channel 4. Barrientos also won a MOBO Award for best media personality in 2021.
Barrientos was charged on Thursday and his bail application was approved. His representatives have been contacted for comment. The full charges include four counts of sexual penetration without consent, three counts of assault occasioning bodily harm, and one count of impeding a person's normal breathing or circulation by applying pressure to their neck.
A woman in her 20s has accused him of bringing her back to his hotel room after performing at Bar1 nightclub in Perth. The alleged attack took place on 28th September. His lawyer, Seamus Rafferty SC, applied for bail on his behalf at Perth Magistrates Court.
The Western Australia police, led by Julius Depetro, opposed the bail request. They argued that the case against Barrientos is strong and supported by CCTV footage and photographic evidence. Depetro also pointed out that Barrientos has a large social media following, with over 8 million followers across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. This raised concerns about the potential for witness interference.