by Pacific Palisades, CA— Clinton Adams, a self-proclaimed hip-hop influencer, has been arrested and charged with three counts of forcible rape and assault for allegedly targeting women at an abandoned mansion in the Pacific Palisades. Authorities report that the alleged assaults occurred on June 29, August 7, and August 8.
Alleged Method of Luring Victims
Police say Adams convinced the victims that he owned the property, which had been evacuated by its owners due to smoke damage, in order to lure them inside. Law enforcement sources confirmed that Adams allegedly broke into the mansion and used it to commit the assaults.
LAPD Detective Brett Hopkins stated:
“The homeowners did not give him permission to be in their home. He was transient when we arrested him.”
Officials released Adams’ photo publicly in hopes of identifying additional victims, as authorities believe there may be more individuals who came into contact with him.
Social Media Presence
Adams, who goes by the handle “Clintnlord”, has nearly 400,000 followers on Instagram. His social media showcases appearances at music industry events, performing shirtless, and includes music videos for songs such as “Anarchy” and “Dirty Dancing” on his YouTube channel.
Law enforcement warned the public to be cautious and encouraged anyone who may have encountered Adams in similar circumstances to come forward.
Arrest and Detention
Adams was arrested on November 19 and has been in custody since. Authorities continue their investigation and are working to ensure that any other potential victims are identified and supported.
Community Safety Reminder
Officials emphasized the importance of vigilance and reporting suspicious activity, particularly in areas with vacant or abandoned properties. Residents are urged to secure properties and remain aware of individuals attempting to gain access under false pretenses.
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