Smokey Robinson accused of sexual assault by four women in $50m lawsuit

Ex-housekeepers accuse Motown legend of sexual battery, false imprisonment, negligence and gender violence

Motown legend William Smokey" Robinson has been accused of sexual assault and misconduct by four women - identified only as Jane Does 1, 2, 3 and 4 - who worked as housekeepers for the Robinsons.

A complaint filed in Los Angeles superior court on 6 May lists charges including sexual battery, false imprisonment, negligence and gender violence. The complaint seeks $50m total in damages for the four women.