Nelly Says 'I'm Innocent' in Sexual Assault Cases, Gripes About Headlines
Nelly 'I'm Innocent' of Sexual Assaults ... Headlines Unfair to Me
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Nelly's speaking out for the first time, on camera, about the sexual assault allegations -- and says he's getting a raw deal in the media.
Nelly was catching a flight out of LAX Wednesday when he told us, point blank, "I'm innocent." He also had a lot to say about how the story's been covered ... complaining his accusers -- in Washington state and England -- are getting way more attention.
He points out the criminal charges were dropped in the Washington case, but he thinks that story -- which TMZ first reported -- has been buried.
Nelly also had a very interesting answer when we asked if it's a good idea to hook up with fans. You'd expect a quick, "HELL NO" ... right? Not exactly.