{
  "id": 7250762,
  "title": "I’m innocent of allegations against me, says Poco Lee",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/im-innocent-of-allegations-against-me-says-poco-lee",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-14T05:44:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/im-innocent-of-allegations-against-me-says-poco-lee/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nigerian dancer Poco Lee has insisted he is innocent of allegations against him, according to a video interview with social commentator VeryDarkMan. Lee stated he remained confident throughout the ordeal, knowing he was innocent, and expressed concerns for his associates and business activities rather than the allegations. He also praised Burna Boy, Jago, and other supporters for standing by him. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) confirmed that the case remains active and that Lee is scheduled to appear at Snaresbrook Crown Court on September 15, 2026, for a Plea and Trial Preparation Hearing. Lee denies the five sexual offence charges, including attempted rape, two counts of rape, and two counts of assault by penetration, which allegedly followed his visit to the UK for the Davido and Friends concert.",
  "summary": "Nigerian dancer Poco Lee insists he is innocent of the sexual offence charges against him in the UK, stating his mind is pure as he awaits trial. Read More: https://punchng.com/im-innocent-of-allegations-against-me-says-poco-lee/",
  "key_points": [
    "Nigerian dancer Poco Lee insists his innocence in allegations",
    "Case remains active, Plea and Trial Preparation Hearing set for September 15, 2026",
    "Lee praises supporters Burna Boy, Jago for standing by him"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Poco Lee's insistence on his innocence amid active charges shifts focus to his supporters and business, while his upcoming court appearance sets the stage for further developments in the case.",
  "illustration": null,
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        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "I’m innocent of allegations against me, says Poco Lee",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/im-innocent-of-allegations-against-me-says-poco-lee-7250840",
        "published": "2026-09-14T05:44:04.000Z"
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}