Somto Bisina
Renowned RnB singer, Robert Sylvester Kelly, popularly known as R. Kelly, has been transferred to a correctional facility in North Carolina, USA, where he will serve his 30-year prison sentence for multiple sexual offences.
The Federal Bureau of Prisons announced that R. Kelly was moved from the Metropolitan Correctional Center in Chicago to the Federal Correctional Institution in Butner on Wednesday of last week.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelThis comes after R. Kelly was sentenced in February 2023 to an additional year in prison for his federal child pornography and child enticement charges in Chicago.
This is in addition to the 30 years he is already serving for a separate conviction out of New York. In September, a federal jury in Chicago convicted the singer on six counts of sexual abuse against three women, who testified under pseudonyms Jane, Pauline, and Nia through video testimonies.
READ ALSO:Harry Belafonte Dies At 96, See Best 6 Songs
However, R. Kelly was acquitted by the jury of enticement charges involving two other accusers, Tracy and Brittany. He was also cleared of seven other charges, including obstruction of justice, which accused him and two associates of rigging his 2008 child pornography trial in Cook County.
R. Kelly’s legal battles have been ongoing for years, with numerous allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse against him. The recent convictions and sentencing mark a significant development in the legal proceedings against him, as he faces the consequences of his actions.
The transfer to the Federal Correctional Institution in Butner is expected to be the location where R. Kelly will serve his sentence for the foreseeable future. This medium-security prison in North Carolina houses inmates who are convicted of federal offenses, and R. Kelly will join the inmate population there as he serves his time for his convictions.
The case of R. Kelly has brought attention to the issue of sexual abuse and misconduct, particularly in the entertainment industry. It serves as a reminder of the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions, regardless of their status or fame.
As the legal process continues, the survivors of R. Kelly’s abuse deserve justice and support, and it is crucial to continue raising awareness about sexual abuse and promoting a safe environment for all individuals.
