Attorneys for Jussie Smollett released a statement last night, saying the actor has denied playing a role in his attack.
"Like any other citizen, Mr. Smollett enjoys the presumption of innocence, particularly when there has been an investigation like this one where information, both true and false, has been repeatedly leaked," his attorneys said in a statement.
"Given these circumstances, we intend to conduct a thorough investigation and to mount an aggressive defense."