Harvey Weinstein Charged With Rape Following Arrest

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Former Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has been charged in New York with rape and several counts of sexual abuse stemming from two separate accusers.

Mr Weinstein turned himself in to police in the city earlier in the day.

Dozens of women have made allegations against the 66 year old, including rape and sexual assault, and giving rise to the #MeToo movement.

Mr Weinstein has denied committing any non-consensual sex acts and his lawyer said he would plead not guilty.

He was released on a $1m bail bond and ordered to wear an electronic tag.

 

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