Marilyn Manson Won’t Face Charges in L.A. Sexual Battery Case

Marilyn Manson, whose real name is Brian Warner, will not be charged in his sexual battery case, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office has announced.

After a four-year investigation by the D.A.’s Sex Crimes Division and sheriff’s detectives, prosecutors determined they could not pursue charges against the shock rocker. The D.A.’s office cited two key reasons: the statute of limitations had expired in the domestic violence claims, and there wasn’t enough evidence to prove the sexual assault allegations beyond a reasonable doubt.

District Attorney Nathan Hochman thanked the women who came forward, acknowledging their bravery and patience. While charges won’t be filed, Hochman said their stories shed light on the challenges faced by survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence.

The investigation into Manson began in 2021 when detectives executed a search warrant at his Los Angeles home, seizing hard drives and other media storage. The probe followed serious allegations, including claims Manson locked women in a soundproof room as punishment.

These accusations gained widespread attention after actress Evan Rachel Wood, who dated Manson in 2007, publicly accused him of abuse. Manson has repeatedly denied all allegations and has cooperated with investigators through his legal team.

In a surprising twist, Manson later filed a lawsuit against Wood, accusing her of fabricating an FBI letter to suggest he was under investigation.