Pop star Katy Perry is facing renewed scrutiny after Batwoman actress Ruby Rose accused her of sexual assault. And now, Australian authorities have confirmed they’re officially investigating the allegation.
According to reports, Victoria Police have launched an inquiry into a “historical sexual assault” alleged to have taken place in 2010 at a Melbourne nightclub. The investigation is being handled by the Melbourne Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team. Officials have declined further comment as the case remains active.
The allegation first surfaced publicly earlier this week, when Rose claimed via social media that Perry assaulted her during a night out at the Spice Market nightclub in Melbourne. Rose later confirmed she had filed reports with police and would not be speaking further due to standard investigative procedures.
Perry, through a representative, has denied the claims, calling them “categorically false” and describing the accusations as “dangerous reckless lies.” Her team also pointed to Rose’s history of making public allegations on social media, a claim echoed in multiple reports.
Authorities have not named individuals involved in their official statements, though multiple outlets have connected the investigation to Rose’s claims. No charges have been filed, and the case remains ongoing.
The situation quickly exploded in the public’s eyes. Perry has been dominating headlines for her PDA-filled romance with ex-Canadian PM Justin Trudeau, including a trip to Coachella. The new allegation definitely paints the popstar in a whole different light in the media.
As the investigation proceeds, both parties have limited public comment, leaving the matter in the hands of authorities while scrutiny around the allegations continues to build.