Singer appears to have black eyes in leaked photo but 'remains strong'
Sunday, 22 February 2009
The first photo of Rihanna after she was allegedly assaulted by boyfriend Chris Brown was leaked online last week and now the singer has made a statement.
Rihanna thanks fans for their support.
'At the request of the authorities, Rihanna is not commenting about the incident involving Chris Brown," the star's spokesperson says.
'She wants to assure her fans that she remains strong.'
The image appears to show Rihanna - who is currently believed to be hiding in Barbados - with 2 black eyes, a swollen lip and bruises on her forehead.
Chris, 19, was arrested and charged with making criminal threats on 8 February, just hours before he and Rihanna, 21, were due to appear at the Grammy Awards in LA.Chris released a statement on 15 February apologising for his actions.
Meanwhile, officers are now investigating how US website TMZ managed to get their hands on the photo.
'The Los Angeles Police Department takes seriously its duty to maintain the confidentiality of victims of domestic violence,' reads a statement.
'A violation of this type is considered serious misconduct, with penalties up to and including termination.'
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I'm very saddened by this story i have 2 son's that are very big fans of both Chris & Rihanna i can't tell you how shocked they have been by this because i have always tought them no matter what the problem is you never find a solution with your fists.
It's very sad that this poor girl has the added upset of this picture being leaked! what a world we live in :(
I am disgusted with Chris Brown! what a loser! any man who would do that to anyone is not a man! hes a pig and the worst thing i think is that there are still blogs out there with saddos who are still supporting chris! i think they are just as bad as he is!!! Just look at the picture!
i,m saddened of what has happened to rihanna i am big fan get better soon xxx
this is well sad feel sorry for her!! shes got so much talent and so pretty!! whatever happened this is no excuse for him to get violent.
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