UK YouTuber and Rapper Yung Filly Charged in Australia for Sexual Assault
British YouTuber and rapper, Yung Filly, whose real name is Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, has been arrested in Australia on charges related to an alleged sexual assault. The 29-year-old entertainer was detained in Brisbane on Tuesday and subsequently extradited to Perth the following day.
Allegations of Sexual Assault
Yung Filly stands accused of sexually assaulting a woman in her 20s at a Perth hotel on 28 September. The alleged incident occurred after he had performed at Bar1 Nightclub in Hillarys on the evening of 27 September. Reports state that the alleged assault took place later that night in the hotel where Barrientos was staying.
Prior to Yung Filly arrest, the UK-based rapper had been touring Australia and had also performed at the Havana Nightclub on the Gold Coast just two days before the incident.
Charges Filed Against Yung Filly
Yung Filly a.k.a. Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos faces a series of serious charges as part of the ongoing investigation. These charges include, 4 counts of sexual penetration without consent, 3 counts of assault, and 1 count of impeding a person’s normal breathing or circulation by applying pressure to their neck
He is expected to appear before the Perth Magistrates Court on Thursday to respond to the charges brought against him.
The Event at Bar1 Nightclub
The performance at Bar1 Nightclub, which took place just hours before the alleged attack, had been heavily promoted as a major event. The event marketing described the night as “the ultimate evening escapade,” promising a mix of spontaneity, humour, and music that would leave attendees talking for weeks. The promotional materials shared by MoshTix highlighted the rapper’s reputation for putting on engaging and entertaining performances.
Yung Filly’s Rise to Fame
Yung Filly first gained popularity on YouTube, where he began uploading videos in 2013. His initial success on the platform led him to explore music, and in 2017 he began sharing his tracks with his growing audience. One of his most notable collaborations came in the form of a song titled Grey, which featured fellow British rapper Aitch. The track amassed over 2.5 million views on YouTube and was streamed more than 10 million times on Spotify.
Beyond his music career, Yung Filly has also established himself as a television personality. He has hosted several shows on the BBC, including Hot Property and Yung Filly’s Celeb Lock-In, and appeared on Channel 4’s The Great Celebrity Bake Off. His appeal extends into the fashion world, with notable collaborations with brands such as ASOS and Perplex, as well as partnerships with major companies like McDonald’s, Primark, and Captain Morgan.
Australian Tour Cut Short
Yung Filly’s Australian tour began in Perth, the city where the alleged assault took place. After his performance there, he continued on to perform in Melbourne, Sydney, and the Gold Coast, playing a total of four shows before his arrest.
The arrest has cast a shadow over the tour and raised questions about its future, as Yung Filly prepares to face legal proceedings in Western Australia.
Legal Proceedings and Next Steps
As Yung Filly faces the charges in court, his career and reputation hang in the balance. The charges are of a grave nature, and it remains to be seen how the legal proceedings will unfold in the coming weeks.
Barrientos’ legal team is expected to address the court on Thursday, and more details regarding the case may emerge during this hearing.
Conclusion
Yung Filly’s arrest has shocked fans and the entertainment world alike, as the YouTuber and rapper faces serious charges in connection to the alleged assault in Perth. As legal proceedings begin, the focus now shifts to the court, where his fate will be determined in the coming months.
