Legendary Motown icon Smokey Robinson is facing yet another allegation of sexual battery, this time from a man who says Robinson attempted to force him into sexual contact. According to reports obtained by TMZ, the accuser worked detailing and cleaning Robinson’s cars back in 2013. He claims that during one visit, Robinson walked outside wearing only underwear and made inappropriate gestures toward him.
The man alleges that Smokey then grabbed his hand and tried to force him to touch his private area. He says he pulled away, and shortly after, he was fired from his job. This marks the sixth person to file accusations against Smokey Robinson.
According to Yahoo News, Robinson’s lawyer issued a statement calling the allegations part of a coordinated attack. The attorney said the complainants were “part of the same group conspiring against the Robinsons” and accused them of making the claims for publicity.
As of now, Robinson has not personally commented. Fans online are expressing shock, disappointment, and skepticism as the story develops.