Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler accused in new lawsuit of sexual assault

Jeanne Bellino says she suffered ‘permanent emotional distress’ following alleged assault in 1975, when she was 17

Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler is facing a new sexual assault allegation, with a lawsuit filed in New York on Thursday claiming he molested a 17-year-old girl during an encounter in the 1970s.

Details were reported on Thursday by Rolling Stone, which says Jeanne Bellino, a former child model, allegedly suffered “permanent emotional distress” and other conditions after being groped and kissed against her will by the now 75-year-old musician.

Information and support for anyone affected by rape or sexual abuse issues is available from the following organisations. In the US, Rainn offers support on 800-656-4673. In the UK, Rape Crisis offers support on 0808 500 2222. In Australia, support is available at 1800Respect (1800 737 732). Other international helplines can be found at ibiblio.org/rcip/internl.html.