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Marilyn Manson Cleared of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Charges by LA DA Nathan Hochman

Jan 24, 2025, 06:53 PM

Marilyn Manson, the musician whose legal name is Brian Warner, will not face criminal charges following a four-year investigation into allegations of sexual assault and domestic violence by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. The decision was announced by District Attorney Nathan Hochman, who stated that the allegations of domestic violence were outside the statute of limitations and that there was insufficient evidence to prove the sexual assault charges beyond a reasonable doubt. The investigation involved claims from multiple women, including actresses Evan Rachel Wood and Esme Bianco, who had previously accused Manson of abuse. Despite the decision not to prosecute, the DA's office commended the courage of the women who came forward and acknowledged their contribution to raising awareness about the challenges faced by survivors of domestic abuse and sexual assault.