(Quebec) Canadian rapper K’naan, known for his worldwide success Wavin’Flagwas accused of sexual assault in Quebec, facts which date back more than 14 years ago.
According to the indictment filed at the Quebec courthouse, the rapper, whose real name is Keinan Abdi Warsame, is accused of one count of sexual assault which he allegedly committed in July 2010.
The arrest warrant alleges that the attack took place between July 16 and 17, 2010, dates which coincide with the musician’s participation in the Quebec Summer Festival.
The case was before the court on Thursday, but the accused was not present.
The victim, whose identity is protected by a publication ban, was 29 years old at the time of the alleged assault.
The musician, who was born in Somalia, grew up in Toronto, but now resides in New York, according to the indictment. Messages left for him Thursday seeking comment went unanswered.
K’naan received the SOCAN “Cultural Impact” award on Tuesday in Toronto for his 2009 hit Wavin’Flag.