Note: This article contains descriptions of alleged sexual abuse and abuse.
A New York lawyer is seeking an IT investigation and his wife Tameka “Tiny” Harris, who are being accused of sexual abuse and assault, The New York Times reports. The lawyer, Tyrone A. Blackburn, represents 11 people who said they were “victimized” by the Harris or members of his entourage, according to The times. Blackburn reportedly sent letters requesting a criminal investigation to the offices of US prosecutors for the Northern District of Georgia and the Central District of California, the Los Angeles County District Attorney and the California and Georgia State Attorneys General.
The times talked to five people who claim to have been drugged, raped or sexually abused by Harris or their associates. Reporters for The times he also chatted with friends and family and analyzed photos and messages that supported the timeline of the events mentioned in the complaints.
Steve Sadow, a lawyer representing TI and Tiny, said The times that the Harris “deny in the strongest possible terms these unfounded and unjustified claims”.
In January, a woman named Sabrina Peterson filed allegations of sexual abuse against TI and Tiny. Peterson also said that, once in 2009, TI aimed a gun at her head and threatened to kill her. Following Peterson’s allegations, VH1 suspended production of the reality show Harrises TI and Tiny: Friends & Family Hustle.
The Harris denied Peterson’s allegations and threatened legal action against her. According The times, Blackburn, in his letters, does not mention women whose stories Peterson shared on social media.
If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual assault or domestic violence, we encourage you to seek support:
RAINN national sexual assault hotline
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Crisis Text Line
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The National Domestic Violence Hotline
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1-800-799-SAFE (7233)