During his recent court appearance, Brown confirmed his identity to District Judge Joanne Hirst, who ruled that the severity of the charges necessitated the case be escalated to Southwark Crown Court. The next hearing is scheduled for June 13, and the court emphasized the serious nature of the grievous bodily harm allegations. Despite the legal troubles, fans wished to show their support outside the Manchester Magistrates' Court, with one fan sharing her dedication to Brown’s music since childhood. Meanwhile, the singer's looming June concerts rest on the outcome of his legal proceedings.