'Fast and Furious' Actor Vin Diesel of Sexual Assault; Here's What We Know

Reported by: PTC Punjabi Desk | Edited by: Ritika Nath  |  December 22nd 2023 02:25 PM |  Updated: December 22nd 2023 02:25 PM

'Fast and Furious' Actor Vin Diesel of Sexual Assault; Here's What We Know

Vin Diesel news: Vin Diesel, known for his role in the 'Fast and Furious' franchise, is facing serious allegations of sexual assault from his former assistant, Asta Jonasson. The incident is said to have occurred in 2010 during the filming of 'Fast Five' in Atlanta, as detailed in a lawsuit filed in Los Angeles.

In a civil suit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, Jonasson claims that Vin Diesel sexually assaulted her in a hotel suite in Atlanta. The complaint alleges that Diesel ignored Jonasson's objections and, after she tried to escape to the bathroom, physically restrained her against a wall.

Vin Diesel's attorney, Bryan Freedman, has strongly denied the accusations, stating that Diesel "categorically denies this claim in its entirety." Freedman added that this is the first time Diesel has heard about the more than 13-year-old claim made by a former employee of just nine days.

Jonasson is suing Vin Diesel, his company One Race Productions, and Diesel's sister Samantha Vincent. The lawsuit includes charges of sexual battery, creating a hostile work environment, negligent supervision, and wrongful termination. Jonasson is seeking a civil penalty of USD 10,000 for each violation, along with unspecified punitive damages.

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The lawsuit also implicates Samantha Vincent, who was the president of Diesel's company One Race at the time. Jonasson alleges that Vincent terminated her employment shortly after the assault occurred.Claire-Lise Kutlay, attorney for Jonasson, emphasized that no one, regardless of fame or power, should evade justice. She hopes that Jonasson's decision to come forward will lead to lasting change and empower other survivors.

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