Ruby Rose Files Police Report Over Alleged 2010 Assault by Katy Perry

A high-profile dispute between actor and musician Ruby Rose and pop star Katy Perry has moved beyond social media and into a formal police investigation, drawing significant public attention.

On April 12, 2026, Ruby Rose posted a series of allegations on Threads, claiming that Katy Perry sexually assaulted her nearly two decades ago. According to Rose, the incident occurred in August 2010 at the Spice Market nightclub in Melbourne, Australia. She described a situation in which she was attempting to avoid Perry by resting on a friend’s lap when Perry allegedly approached her and engaged in non-consensual sexual contact.

Rose stated that the encounter left her deeply distressed, claiming it caused her to become physically ill at the time. She also explained why she had not spoken about the incident earlier, saying she had previously framed it as a humorous anecdote as a way of coping. Additionally, she noted that Perry later assisted her in obtaining a U.S. visa, which she said contributed to her decision to remain silent for years.

Two days later, on April 14, Rose confirmed that she had formally reported the matter to authorities. Victoria Police subsequently acknowledged that detectives specializing in sexual offenses are investigating a reported historical assault at a licensed venue in Melbourne’s central business district. Rose has since stated she will stop commenting publicly, citing police guidance during the active investigation, and described the step as allowing her to focus on healing.

Katy Perry has strongly denied the allegations. In a statement, her representative described the claims as “categorically false” and characterized them as “dangerous, reckless lies.” Perry’s team also suggested that Rose has a history of making public accusations that have been disputed by others.

The timing of the allegations has added to the media attention. Perry had recently been in headlines due to her reported relationship with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, with whom she was seen attending Coachella shortly before the accusations surfaced.

At this stage, the matter remains under investigation. No findings or charges have been announced, and authorities have not indicated a timeline for the inquiry. As with any ongoing legal case, the claims and denials remain unproven until examined through the investigative process.