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The Los Angeles District Attorney's office said
Jeremy was indicted by a grand jury last week on the charges,
which involve 21 women aged between 15 and 51 years old.
Jeremy, 68, was among the biggest names in the adult film
industry having appeared in more than 2,000 movies starting in
the 1970s.
Jeremy's attorney said in an email on Wednesday that the actor
was "innocent of all charges." In August 2020, Jeremy wrote on
Twitter; "I can't wait to prove my innocence in court! Thank you
to everyone for all the support."
He was first arrested more than a year ago on charges of raping
three women and has remained behind bars ahead of a trial. More
victims have come forward during the months-long investigation.
The District Attorney's office said the indictment involved 21
victims and conduct dating back to 1996. The counts include 12
of forcible rape, seven of forcible oral copulation, six of
sexual battery, and two of penetration while the victim was
asleep or unconscious.
The alleged offences took place at night clubs and bars in the
Los Angeles area, during a photo shoot, and at Jeremy's home,
the District Attorney's office said.
Police are still investigating the case.
(Reporting by Jill Serjeant; editing by Richard Pullin)
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