Victoria Police Launch Investigation into Katy Perry Sexual Assault Allegations
Victoria Police have confirmed they are actively investigating historical sexual assault claims made against American pop superstar Katy Perry by Australian actor Ruby Rose. The alleged incident is said to have occurred at a licensed premises in Melbourne's central business district in 2010.
Police Statement and Investigation Details
In an official statement released on Wednesday, Victoria Police disclosed that detectives from the Melbourne sexual offences and child abuse investigation team (SOCIT) are handling the case. "Police have been told the incident occurred at a licensed premises in Melbourne's CBD," the statement read, adding that "as the investigation remains ongoing, it would be inappropriate to comment further at this stage."
The investigation centers on allegations that first surfaced publicly when Rose made claims on social media earlier this week. In a comment responding to a post about Perry's reaction to Justin Bieber's Coachella performance, Rose wrote: "Katy Perry sexual assaulted me at spice market nightclub in Melbourne. Who gives a shit what she thinks."
Perry's Vehement Denial and Response
Katy Perry's representatives have issued a strong denial of the allegations, characterizing them as completely unfounded. In a formal statement, Perry's team declared: "The allegations being circulated on social media by Ruby Rose about Katy Perry are not only categorically false, they are dangerous reckless lies."
The statement continued with a pointed criticism of Rose's credibility: "Ms Rose has a well-documented history of making serious public allegations on social media against various individuals, claims that have repeatedly been denied by those named." Representatives for both Perry and Rose were contacted for additional comment regarding the ongoing police investigation.
Rose's Social Media Activity and Police Reports
Ruby Rose has been active on social media platforms discussing the allegations and her interactions with authorities. On Threads, she indicated she had been planning to file a formal complaint with police about the incident. According to her social media posts, Rose had recently been in Melbourne, which may have facilitated her engagement with Victorian authorities.
In a significant development late on Tuesday, Rose posted an update stating: "Last update on this: As of this afternoon, I have finalized all of my reports. This means I am no longer able to comment, repost, or talk publicly about any of those cases, or the individuals involved."
She explained that this restriction came at the request of police, adding: "This is a standard request from the police and in many ways, quite the relief. I can start the healing process now. And temporary [sic] move forward."
Historical Context and 2010 Events
The alleged incident dates back to August 6, 2010, when reports indicated that Perry and Rose socialized together in Melbourne. According to media coverage from that time, the two celebrities visited various venues including Spice Market nightclub, which was located within the Grand Hyatt hotel.
Contemporary accounts described Perry "crashing" a Melbourne high school formal event at the Grand Hyatt that same evening. These historical details provide context for the timeline being examined by Victoria Police detectives as they investigate the decade-old allegations.
The case represents a significant development in celebrity legal matters, combining elements of historical allegations, social media disclosure, and formal police investigation. As Victoria Police continue their inquiry, both parties appear to be following legal protocols while maintaining their respective positions regarding the truth of what occurred in Melbourne fourteen years ago.
