Lemuel Stephen Smith, also known as “Stevie S”, 41 of Freeport, Grand Bahama appeared in court before Magistrate Subu Swain.
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\nSmith allegedly raped the girl on January 12 between pm and 4pm, near a chicken farm in Freeport.
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The girl was walking home when the alleged assault took place.
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Smith, known for singing popular songs such as “Hold Your Head”, “Come Go With Me To Bimini” and “One More Sweet Song”, among others was not required to enter a plea to the charge.
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\nHe was released on $20,000 cash bail.
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