Published 22:37 IST, October 23rd 2019
Former boxing champ Oscar De La Hoya accused of sexual assault
Boxing promoter and six-time world champion Oscar De La Hoya has been accused of a sexual crime. Know about the incident and Oscar's answer to the allegations.
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sport of boxing was dealt with a massive blow on Wednesday as six-time world champion and Hall of Famer Oscar De La Hoya has been accused of sexual harassment. Oscar h an incredible boxing career with 30 kckouts at of just 16 but Golden Boy has shocked world courtesy this new allegation levelled against him. According to court documents, woman who has filed lawsuit against Oscar is 29 years old and she took matter to court earlier this month in California. lawsuit filed against Oscar De La Hoya accuses him of sexual assault, sexual battery, violence, negligence and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
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Boxing: Accusations on Oscar De La Hoya
According to complainant, she was in a consensual relationship with De La Hoya during time of alleged assault in vember 2017. 29-year-old accused world-rewned boxing promoter for molesting and forcing her into sexual activities after she refused to indulge in physical intimacy. According to her statement, superstar boxing promoter invited her to see him in his new home in Pasenna and forced her in a sexual submission against her will. She furr stated that Oscar was intoxicated at moment and became more aggressive for performing a specific sex act.
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Boxing: Golden Boy’s response
Golden Boy’s spokesman has denied all allegations me against him to a leing media daily. According to him, Oscar is running one of largest sports and entertainment companies in world that has been reason for this accusation. He has openly stated that complainant wants thing but fame and money. She is targeting an issue which is two years old just to earn something for herself. He also assured that y will vigorously defend Oscar Del Hoya’s good name and reputation.
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14:41 IST, October 23rd 2019