At around 2:30 p.m. ET, Bill Cosby arrived at the court-house for his arraignment on sexual assault charges. Here’s video of his arrival.
WATCH: Bill Cosby passes reporters, gives "no comment" as he arrives at courthouse https://t.co/5KNIwie8Un https://t.co/MbzSonSBCl
— CBSN (@CBSNLive) December 30, 2015
As clearly seen in the video from CBS News, Bill Cosby shook his head as reporters asked him for comment about the sexual assault charges. Wearing a grey-and-white hoodie, Cosby was led by his attorneys into the courthouse.
Shortly before Mr. Cosby’s arraignment this criminal affidavit was released to the media. Click on the link below to read it .
Criminal Complaint – William Cosby
In response to the charges, Andrea Constand’s attorney (she’s the victim’s attorney) released the following statement:
“On behalf of our client, Andrea Constand we wish to express our appreciation to the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, the County Detectives and the Cheltenham Police Department for the consideration and courtesy they have shown Andrea during this difficult time. We have the utmost confidence in Mr. Steele, Ms. Feden and their team, who have impressed us with their professionalism. In that this matter is now being pursued in the criminal justice system, we will not comment further.”
According to CBS News, Mr. Cosby’s bail was set at one million dollars and he posted 1% of that plus surrendered his passport almost immediately. Here’s video of him leaving the courthouse.
WATCH: Bill Cosby leaves courthouse after paying $100,000 in cash, handing over passport https://t.co/IHoP9VspUy https://t.co/KKkRjNut86
— CBSN (@CBSNLive) December 30, 2015
For those of you who missed the press conference this morning, Here’s a clip from the Montgomery County District Attorney.
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