Metal Anarchy

Former Black Veil Brides bassist Ashley Purdy has been accused of mental and sexual abuse. One of the alleged victims, Pearl Carolina, shared her story on Twitter:

https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1274250940640645121

https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1274251116126011392

https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1274251186468683782

https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1274252191969280002

https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1274252419887759360

More women have since posted their stories using the hashtag #ashleypurdy. Purdy also responded with some videos before making all of his social media accounts private:

https://twitter.com/PossePurdy/status/1274751096532217871

https://twitter.com/PossePurdy/status/1274780131299598338

Carolina commented on those clips as well:

https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1275129497017364483

https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1275129516260831232

https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1275129538226380801

https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1275129560196100098

You can read the messages Carolina mentioned on Twitter.

Black Veil Brides have issued a statement as well:

“We have been informed of the allegations against a former member of our band we want to make it clear that we do not condone the type of abhorrent behavior that’s been described. We are committed to creating a safe community for our fans and advancing a culture in which abuse of any kind is not tolerated. If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual assault, domestic violence, or child abuse, information and resources are available through the Joyful Heart Foundation”