A woman from Los Angeles has filed a lawsuit accusing Metro Boomin, the famed Atlanta music producer known for his collaborations with top-tier hip-hop and R&B artists, of raping her in 2016. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, alleges that the producer, born Leland Wayne, assaulted her during a studio visit, leading to a pregnancy.
Just The Facts:
• Accusation: Vanessa LeMaistre, 38, claims Metro Boomin raped her after she blacked out in a recording studio.
• Alleged Incident: LeMaistre says she was given alcohol and Xanax, and later woke up to find Wayne raping her.
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• Pregnancy: She discovered she was pregnant weeks later and asserts that the child was Wayne’s, but she opted for an abortion.
• Lawsuit Filed: The lawsuit, which includes claims of sexual battery and gender violence, seeks damages.
• Defense: Wayne’s attorney, Lawrence Hinkle II, has denied the allegations, calling them a “pure shakedown” and vowing to counter-sue for malicious prosecution.
The Details: LeMaistre alleges that her relationship with Wayne began in 2016 after they met at a Las Vegas party. The two reportedly bonded over their shared experiences with music as a coping mechanism for personal tragedies. Months later, during a visit to a recording studio, she claims Wayne gave her alcohol and Xanax, after which she lost consciousness and woke to find herself being assaulted.
The lawsuit details how LeMaistre’s memory was fragmented during the alleged assault, describing a scene where she was unable to move or call for help. Following the attack, she discovered she was pregnant, a fact she attributes to the assault, leading her to undergo an abortion.
In Context: Metro Boomin, a prominent figure in the music industry, is known for producing hits for major artists like Future, Kendrick Lamar, and Travis Scott. His legal troubles now cast a shadow over his professional achievements, including his work on the soundtrack for “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.”
The lawsuit could lead to a high-profile trial, given Metro Boomin’s public persona and the gravity of the accusations. As both parties prepare for legal proceedings, the case is poised to attract significant media attention.
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