Yung Filly tells sexual assault trial he 'fancied' woman he is accused of raping in hotel room
British YouTuber Yung Filly is standing trial in Perth, Australia, facing 10 charges of sexual assault and rape. The defendant testified in his own defense, denying the allegations and claiming the encounter was consensual.
Why it matters
The case highlights high-profile legal proceedings involving social media influencers and the complexities of consent in sexual assault trials.
Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos arriving at the Perth District Court on Monday for his rape trial. ( ABC News: David Weber )
British YouTuber Yung Filly has taken the stand in his defence against allegations he raped and assaulted a fan after a concert at a Perth nightclub.
The rapper, whose real name is Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, said he "fancied" the complainant when she approached him at the concert venue.
The 30-year-old denies all 10 charges against him.
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UK social media celebrity Yung Filly has vehemently denied repeatedly raping and violently assaulting a young fan he took back to his hotel room after a gig in Perth, telling a court the "vibe was good" and "she was enjoying my presence".
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