iStock/Thinkstock(LONDON) — Harvey Weinstein is facing new sexual assault allegations that could lead to criminal charges in London.
Police in London are investigating claims against the movie mogul that go back more than 20 years, ABC News has learned. Metropolitan Police confirmed at least three alleged victims have come forward, but they would not confirm Weinstein’s involvement nor the women’s names.
In an interview with the Sunday Times, Lysette Anthony, a British actress and soap opera star, said she told police she was raped by the Miramax co-founder in the late 1980’s and reportedly gave evidence to officials last week.
There is no statute of limitations for sex crimes and other serious cases in the U.K. In the U.S., the law varies by state. The state of New York does not have a statute of limitations for rape claims and the New York Police Department said it is conducting a review of incidents related to Weinstein.
More than 35 women have have accused Weinstein of sexual harrassment or assault. In a previous statement to the New Yorker, Weinstein denied “any allegations of non-consensual sex.”
ABC Breaking News | Latest News Videos
Copyright © 2017, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.