Archive · 19 May 2025
Criminal Investigation Launched Against Smokey Robinson Amid Allegations
Famous singer Smokey Robinson is being investigated by the police.
Four people who used to work for him have said he hurt them and are now suing him.
They say he did bad things to them at his house over many years.
The police are looking into it to see if it's true.
Robinson's lawyer says it's not true and the accusers are only doing it for money.
The people who are accusing him say they want justice.
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department opened a criminal investigation into allegations against Smokey Robinson.
Four former housekeepers filed a lawsuit alleging rape and sexual assault, seeking $50 million in damages.
The alleged assaults reportedly occurred between 2007 and 2024 in Robinson's Los Angeles home.
Robinson's attorney denies the allegations, citing lack of merit and inconsistencies.
The accusers, who have not been named, claim the assaults led to them quitting their jobs.
- Who
- Smokey Robinson is under investigation following allegations from four former housekeepers.
- What
- A criminal investigation into rape and sexual assault allegations.
- When
- Investigation opened on Thursday; alleged assaults occurred between 2007 and 2024.
- Where
- Los Angeles, California
- Why
- A lawsuit was filed by former housekeepers alleging sexual assault and rape.
Accusers and their Lawyers
Smokey Robinson's Legal Team
Validity of the Claims
Accusers and their Lawyers
The allegations are credible and merit investigation.
Smokey Robinson's Legal Team
The allegations lack merit and are driven by avarice.
- Location of Investigation
- Los Angeles County
- Number of Accusers
- Four
- Alleged Assault Period
- 2007-2024
- Damages Sought
- $50 million
- Investigating Agency
- Special Victims Bureau