Afroman secured a major victory involving freedom of expression several months ago when he prevailed in a widely discussed defamation case. Deputies from Ohio had taken legal action against him over several comedic songs he created after a controversial search of his residence.
Former Adams County Sheriff’s Office sergeant Brian Newland was among those who filed the earlier case. To mark his 52nd birthday, Afroman revealed that he is now suing Newland. The musician appears determined to use the new legal action to send a strong message.
“HAPPY OFFICIAL BIRTHDAY TO ME,” Afroman wrote. “And for my birthday present I’m suing the police officer who stole my $400, then had the audacity to sue me for 1,500,000 dollars. His name is PEDOPHILE POLICE OFFICER, BABY MAKING BRIAN NEWBORN NEWLAND PEDOPHILE POLICE OFFICER BABY, MAKING BRIAN NEWBORN NEWLAND HAS A PEDOPHILE BROTHER HIS NAME IS PEDOPHILE POLICE CHIEF WILL YOU STOP SENDING DICC PICS WILLIAM NEWLAND. AMERICA ?? STAND UP TO PEDOPHILE POLICE.”
Afroman Launches Lawsuit
Complex reports that Afroman filed the complaint because he considers the previous case “frivolous.” He also alleges that Newland’s accusations caused “reputational harm.”
Afroman says the earlier legal action left him dealing with “anxiety” and “sleeplessness.” He is requesting compensation and reimbursement for his attorney expenses, although the exact amount has not been disclosed.
His legal team has brought claims involving malicious prosecution, abuse of process, intentional infliction of emotional distress and tortious interference with contract.
More information will be shared as this legal dispute continues.
