Solo 45: Boy Better Know star charged with 29 counts of rape

Solo 45 of Boy Better Know performs on stage at Red Bull Culture Clash in 2014
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Patrick Grafton-Green19 October 2017
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The trial of a grime star accused of sexually assaulting two victims has been delayed after he was charged with 27 additional counts of rape.

Solo 45, who real name is Andy Anokye, now faces 29 charges of rape, police said.

The original charges filed against the 31-year-old in July included two counts of rape and one count each of false imprisonment and assault.

Anokye, of Millennium Promenade, Bristol, denied all the charges, which relate to one victim, and was due to stand trial at Bristol Crown Court on Wednesday.

Avon and Somerset Police said three more alleged victims had come forward since Anokye's earlier appearance at the court.

A force spokesman said: "The trial has now been adjourned until April 16 next year.

"Detectives are still keen to speak to anyone who may be able to offer information which may assist an ongoing investigation concerning Mr Anokye.

"Anyone with information is asked to contact DC Ryan Matthews in Investigations on 101, quoting reference 5217082649."

Boy Better Know headlined the Other Stage at Glastonbury Festival this year.

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