Los Angeles investigators have recently uncovered 'new evidence' in connection with rape allegations against industrial rock singer Marilyn Manson. The allegations stem from a former 'Game of Thrones' actress, Esme Bianco, who accused Manson of violent sexual assault, trafficking, and abuse in 2021. District Attorney George Gascon confirmed that his office is carefully reviewing new leads and additional evidence related to the case.
Bianco, who publicly criticized Gascon for allegedly mishandling her case, accused him of delaying a decision on whether to file charges for two years. Gascon, facing criticism and trailing in the polls, has been accused of using high-profile cases like Manson's to boost his image ahead of the upcoming election.
Manson, whose real name is Brian Warner, denied the allegations made by Bianco, and the two parties settled out of court last year. Gascon stated that his office has received new evidence in the case, but he has not yet decided whether it is sufficient to file charges.
Gascon's handling of the case has drawn scrutiny, with critics questioning the timing of the revived investigation as Election Day approaches. Gascon's opponents, including independent candidate Nathan Hochman, have capitalized on the controversy, accusing Gascon of neglecting numerous cases involving victims of abuse.
Despite Gascon's assertion that meeting with victims during an ongoing investigation would be inappropriate, critics have challenged this stance, citing the importance of victim communication in such cases. Gascon's office is expected to make a filing decision soon, and Gascon has expressed a willingness to meet with victims once a decision is reached.
Manson has faced multiple accusations of sexual and physical abuse, including allegations from actress Evan Rachel Wood and others. Some claims against Manson have been dismissed in court, while he received a sentence of community service in New Hampshire for an incident involving a videographer.
The controversy surrounding Gascon's handling of the Manson case has highlighted broader concerns about the management of the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office and its treatment of victims of abuse.
