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Yanni Free and Clear

Florida prosecutors have decided not to charge new age musician YANNI with anything after investigating circumstances surrounding his arrest last month.

"The allegations claimed were always false and completely without any merit," Yanni tells ET.

Yanni was arrested for allegedly striking his girlfriend March 2 at his home in Manalapan. In a police report, 33-year-old SILVIA BARTHES accused the 51-year-old singer of grabbing her arms and throwing her on a bed. Yanni, whose legal name is JOHN YANNI CHRISTOPHER, denied the allegations and told police that Barthes kicked him and that he may have injured his finger during the confrontation. He was then released on his own recognizance.

Yanni says, "Unfortunately, celebrities are often seen as easy targets and are very vulnerable to these kinds of baseless allegations and false demands for money. I want to thank my family, friends, fans and everyone who have supported me through this very difficult and painful time. I love the Florida community in which I live and will continue to have faith in our justice system."

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