Alleged Incident in Australian Hotel
Yung Filly, the popular British rapper and YouTuber, has been arrested on charges of rape and assault in Australia. The 29-year-old, whose real name is Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, was taken into custody in Brisbane on Tuesday and later extradited to Perth.
Charges and Court Appearance
Yung Filly appeared in Perth Magistrates Court on October 9, facing serious charges including three counts of assault occasioning bodily harm and four counts of sexual penetration without consent. The allegations stem from an incident on September 28, where he is accused of sexually assaulting a woman in her 20s at a hotel in Perth, following a performance at Bar1 Nightclub in Hillarys.
Bail Denied
During the court hearing, Yung Filly’s lawyer, Seamus Rafferty SC, applied for bail, which was opposed by police prosecutor Julius Depetro. The prosecution presented photos of the woman’s injuries to the magistrate, with Depetro stating: “No ordinary person can consent in these circumstances.” He described the injuries as a history of violent acts, claiming the alleged assault was beyond the bounds of consensual behavior.
Background on Yung Filly
Born in Cali, Colombia, Yung Filly moved to the UK as a child, settling in Orpington, Kent before relocating to south-east London. He developed an interest in the local grime music scene, which paved the way for his rise to fame. In 2017, he gained widespread popularity through his music and YouTube channel, which now boasts 1.4 million subscribers.
Career Highlights
In addition to his music, Yung Filly has hosted several shows, including Yung Filly’s Celeb Lock-In and Hot Property on BBC, and appeared on Channel 4’s The Great Celebrity Bake Off in 2022.
