Rapper Nelly released after rape allegations

Cornell Haynes Jr. better known as the rapper Nelly has been released from prison. He was arrested on Saturday after a woman alledged that he had sexually assaulted her on a tour bus hours after a concert in Aubrurn, Washington.

Haynes took to twitter to deny the allegations saying he was “beyond shocked” and is “confident that once the facts are looked at, it would be very clear that I am the victim of a false allegation.”

The rapper, who is touring with Florida Georgia Line, missed a concert scheduled for Saturday night. It is not yet known when Haynes will appear before a judge.

Let me say that I am beyond shocked that I have been targeted with this false allegation. I am completely innocent. I am confident that once the facts are looked at , it will be very clear that I am the victim of a false allegation.— Nelly_Mo (@Nelly_Mo) October 7, 2017

To be absolutely clear. I have not been charged with a crime therefore no bail was required. I was released , pending further investigation.— Nelly_Mo (@Nelly_Mo) October 7, 2017

I also want to thank my fans for their unwavering support. They know me. I assure you I will be vindicated. And I assure you, I will pursue every legal option to address this defaming claim. Thank you— Nelly_Mo (@Nelly_Mo) October 7, 2017