Marilyn Manson won't face sexual assault, domestic violence charges in L.A.: DA

After a four-year investigation into sexual assault and domestic violence allegations, singer Marilyn Manson will not face charges. The Los Angeles County District Attorney's office announced its decision on Friday.

"We have determined that allegations of domestic violence fall outside of the statute of limitations, and we cannot prove charges of sexual assault beyond a reasonable doubt," district attorney Nathan J. Hochman said in a statement.

Manson, real name Brian Warner, has been accused of sexual assault and/or misconduct by more than a dozen women, including ex-fiancée Evan Rachel Wood. He had been under investigation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department since 2021 and denied wrongdoing.

"We recognize and applaud the courage and resilience of the women who came forward to make reports and share their experiences, and we thank them for their cooperation and patience with the investigation," Hochman continued. "While we are unable to bring charges in this matter, we recognize that the strong advocacy of the women involved has helped bring greater awareness to the challenges faced by survivors of domestic abuse and sexual assault."

Game of Thrones actress Esme Bianco sued Manson for alleged sexual, physical and emotional abuse in 2021. She and the "shock rocker" settled in Jan. 2023.

Manson has been on a sold-out international world tour amid the investigation. On Wednesday, he announced his first U.S. tour dates since the scandal unfolded publicly.

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