Trial Oct 2026GBH / AssaultUK Crown Court

R v. Brown — UK Criminal Trial

Chris Brown pleads not guilty to attacking a music producer with a bottle at a London nightclub in 2023. He faces 2-16 years if convicted. Trial set for October 2026 at Southwark Crown Court.

ChargesAttempting GBH, Assault, Offensive Weapon
CourtSouthwark Crown Court, London
TrialOctober 26, 2026
Parties
Plaintiff
The Crown (R)
Crown Prosecution Service · UK Government
v.
Defendants
Chris Brown & Omololu Akinlolu
R&B singer · Co-defendant rapper "Hoody Baby" · Both plead not guilty
Background

In February 2023, Chris Brown allegedly attacked a music producer with a bottle at Tape, an exclusive members-only nightclub in London. Brown was arrested at a Manchester hotel in 2025 as he prepared for UK tour dates.

He was charged with attempting to cause grievous bodily harm, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and possession of an offensive weapon (a bottle). Co-defendant Omololu Akinlolu faces the same GBH charge. Both pleaded not guilty.

Brown posted a 5 million pound ($6.7M) bond and was permitted to continue his UK tour, including a 60,000-capacity show at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Trial is set for October 26, 2026. He faces 2-16 years if convicted.

Key Claims
  • 01Brown allegedly attacked a music producer with a bottle at a London nightclub in February 2023.
  • 02Charged with attempting to cause GBH, assault, and possession of an offensive weapon.
  • 03Co-defendant Akinlolu faces the same GBH charge.
  • 04Brown has been allowed to continue touring on bond while awaiting trial.
Why It Matters

Another high-profile test of UK courts handling American celebrity defendants. The case adds to Brown's extensive legal history including his 2009 assault of Rihanna. The fact that he was permitted to tour on a $6.7M bond raises questions about special treatment for wealthy defendants.