French Rapper Faces Serious Charges After Violent Incident
French rapper Zola has been taken into police custody following shocking allegations of kidnapping and violent assault against a 19-year-old fan. The incident occurred after the young man attempted to take a photograph outside the artist's residence in Le Pin, Seine-et-Marne.
The Violent Confrontation
According to French media reports, the teenage fan visited Zola's property hoping to meet the popular musician. Instead, he encountered a group of masked men armed with weapons. When the teenager tried to escape the situation, he was chased, captured, and forcibly taken back to the property against his will.
The situation allegedly escalated dramatically once inside the house. The victim claims he was ordered to remove his clothing and watched as his garments were burned. He further reported being repeatedly assaulted during the ordeal.
Escalating Threats and Police Response
The young man's terrifying experience continued when a gun was forced into his mouth and he was taken to a basement where gunfire was discharged near him. His mobile phone and bank card were allegedly confiscated during the violent episode.
After the assault, the group reportedly dragged the victim back to his vandalized car, which had its tires slashed and mirrors smashed. They threatened him and warned him not to report the incident to authorities. The teenager managed to flee to nearby relatives immediately after being released.
Police in Meaux responded to the allegations by arresting Zola, 26, along with three other suspects on suspicion of kidnapping and aggravated assault with a weapon. Authorities have opened a full investigation into the serious allegations.