Representatives of R&B superstar R. Kelly released the following statement regarding media reports about an alleged South African swindler who used Kelly's name to bilk investors.

"There is absolutely no truth to the reports that R. Kelly received money from a South African woman accused of swindling investors by convincing them to invest in a non-existent R. Kelly tour in 2005. Mr. Kelly has no knowledge of this woman, has never received any money from her, and has not been contacted by any law enforcement authorities regarding the matter. He will, of course, cooperate fully with any legitimate investigation of this matter, since he has nothing to hide."

Police are seeking to question R. Kelly  over his alleged role in a tour scam in South Africa.  The singer has been accused of profiting $130,000 from a tour despite failing to appear, according to reports.

Local woman Busiswe Zakwe has been arrested for allegedly swindling thousands from investors by promising them they would benefit from ticket sales if they brought an R. Kelly tour to the country in 2005.

Kelly never appeared in the country, but Zakwe claims she deposited the money into his account.  Local police have confirmed the bank account information that Zakwe claims to be Kelly's is authentic, however the whereabouts of the money is unknown.  Police are reportedly now seeking to question Kelly about the cash.

Zakwe has been charged with fraud and is due to appear in a local court on 10 September. 

Via: Contact Music