"I want to be on the record as saying that "Raz B" Thorton and Ricardo
Thorton are lying regarding Chris Stokes. Chris is a father figure to
myself, and many others in the industry. He's guided us, helped raised us
and is nothing more than an inspiration and someone I respect to and look
up to. I have spent countless hours, days, weeks and months with the man
since the age of 5 and have never once seen him behave inappropriately.
He's married to my aunt and I know this man very well. I stand behind him
with no question whatsoever," said Omarion.

"I have grown up around Chris and this is crazy to me. These people
have damaged me, and my reputation and I won't stand silent and will do all
within my means to speak the truth about this matter," said Omarion.