August 12th 2024.
The recent investigation into the Netherlands' Eurovision entry, Joost Klein, has come to a close. Klein, who was previously disqualified from the competition, expressed his relief at the end of what he described as a "terrible" few months. The police announced that they would not be pressing charges in relation to a backstage incident involving the Dutch singer.
According to reports, the 26-year-old was stopped from performing in the final after being accused of making a threatening movement towards a female production worker. However, the Swedish prosecution authority has now stated that there is not enough evidence to prove that Klein intended to cause fear or harm.
Senior prosecutor Fredrik Jönsson explained, "Today I have closed the investigation because I cannot prove that the act was capable of causing serious fear or that the man had any such intention." Klein, in response to the police's decision, took to Instagram to express his gratitude and urged others to support each other.
Throughout the investigation, there were claims of a backstage incident between Klein and a production member. However, the police have now confirmed that there will be no charges pressed, as there is insufficient evidence to prove Klein's involvement.
But Klein's relief was short-lived as he expressed his frustration over the past few months, which he described as "terrible." He shared that he had been feeling insecure since being barred from the Eurovision competition and questioned why it took so long to reach a conclusion. He also mentioned that there was never a case against him and that he had been used as a shield by companies trying to protect their interests.
Klein emphasized the importance of supporting each other and coming together as a community. He also announced that he is now focusing on his album, which he had put on hold due to the ongoing investigation.
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU), the body responsible for the Eurovision Song Contest, also addressed the closure of the investigation. EBU Deputy Director General and Director of Media Jean Philip De Tender explained that the decision to disqualify Klein from the competition was made after an internal investigation and was in line with the competition's rules and procedures.
De Tender also stated that the EBU aims to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all staff, artists, guests, and fans. He clarified that the investigation was solely focused on criminal acts and not on whether Klein had violated any rules or procedures of the competition.
This year's Eurovision Song Contest was not without its controversies, as fans threatened to boycott and some artists expressed discomfort over Israel's participation in the competition due to the ongoing conflict with Hamas. Klein was among those who voiced his concerns during a press conference with Israel's entry, Eden Golan, asking her about the safety of other contestants.
Despite the challenges, the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest was eventually won by Swiss act Nemo with their song "The Code." As for Klein, he can finally put this difficult chapter behind him and focus on his music career once again.
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