Yves Tumor Denies Abuse Allegations, Vows “Extreme Legal Action”
Reports of sexual assault and other abusive behaviors by Yves Tumor have been circulating online over the past week. Now Tumor, also known as Shanti or Sean Lee Bowie, has denied those allegations. The post Yves Tumor Denies Abuse Allegations, Vows “Extreme Legal Action” appeared first on Stereogum .
Yves Tumor, whose real name is Sean Lee Bowie, has firmly denied allegations of sexual assault and other abusive behaviors that have surfaced online over the past week. According to reports, Tumor, also known as Shanti, was accused of forcefully groping a woman multiple times, biting her neck, holding her down, and stepping on her head with his shoe.
The accuser, who knew Tumor for years and considered him a friend, reported the incident to the police. The allegations gained traction on social media platforms, with other artists, including Angel Money and Kidä, coming forward with their own experiences of harassment and assault while working with Tumor. In response to the accusations, Tumor took to Instagram to state that the allegations are "100% untrue and also completely heartbreaking" and vowed to take "extreme legal action."
The musician's upcoming tour includes appearances at the Bumbershoot festival and three shows opening for Turnstile. If you or someone you know is experiencing sexual abuse, resources are available at rainn.org or by contacting the National Sexual Assault Helpline at 1-800-656-4673.
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