The Puerto Rican star, known for his hit “un, dos, tres Maria”, is accused by his nephew, Dennis Yadiel Sanchez, of incest and physical and psychological violence.
A lawyer for singer Ricky Martin has denied accusations that the Puerto Rican singer abused his nephew, calling them “not only false” most “disgusting“.
Martin received a restraining order in early July, citing domestic abuse. On Friday, TMZ reported that the singer’s brother, Eric Martin, identified the alleged victim as Martin’s 21-year-old nephew. According to Spanish news site Marca, Ricky Martin began an affair with his 21-year-old nephew that lasted seven months. The singer would “not accepted the breakupand continued to try to get in touch with him. However, attorney Martin Singer claims that Martin’s nephew “is struggling with profound mental health issues».
«Ricky Martin has, of course, never been – and never would be – involved in any sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew.Singer said in a statement to Variety magazine. “The idea is not only wrong, it is disgusting. We all hope this man gets the help he so desperately needs. But, above all, we look forward to seeing this terrible case thrown out as soon as a judge can examine the facts.».
Ricky Martin is due in court on July 21, according to TMZ, where a judge will determine whether the restraining order should remain in place or be terminated. The penalty to which Ricky Martin incurs if it is proven that he is the author of this crime is 50 years in prison, according to Puerto Rico’s laws on incest.
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