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Now playing Next USA Alleged R. Kelly victim accuses singer of threats "Taking a stand against R. Kelly, someone who has been termed 'the king of R&B' and is loved by many has not been easy," Faith Rodgers said Monday. 15/01/2019
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Now playing Next USA Jayme Closs' kidnapper targeted her after seeing her get on a bus, complaint says Suspect Jake Patterson "had no idea who she was" when he first saw her, but "knew that was the girl he was going to take," authorities said. 14/01/2019
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Now playing Next USA Harvey Weinstein's lawyer, Benjamin Brafman, wants out of criminal case Trial for the movie producer, facing rape and sexual assault charges, is set for May 6 in New York City. 14/01/2019