Allegations of misconduct against Chris Monroy, frontman for the band Skeletal Remains, have surfaced following the 70,000 Tons of Metal Cruise. Multiple eyewitness accounts describe incidents that allegedly led to Monroy being confined to his quarters on the ship.
The cruise organizers have acknowledged a situation during the event, stating that it was addressed by their security team at the time. They concluded that no further action was warranted on board after reviewing available information.
Key Takeaways
- Chris Monroy faces allegations of sexual misconduct during the 70,000 Tons of Metal Cruise.
- Eyewitnesses reported Monroy was overly intoxicated and engaged in inappropriate touching.
- Cruise organizers confirmed a situation was addressed, but no further on-board action was deemed necessary.
- Allegations spread across social media, with multiple individuals sharing similar experiences.
- Skeletal Remains has not yet issued a public statement on the matter.
Allegations Surface from Cruise Attendees
Reports of Chris Monroy's alleged behavior began circulating widely last week. These initial discussions appeared on the unofficial 70,000 Tons of Metal Facebook group. Two users, one choosing to remain anonymous, posted their experiences involving the Skeletal Remains frontman.
These posts quickly gained traction, being shared across various social media platforms and Reddit. As the information spread, more individuals came forward, detailing similar alleged encounters with Monroy during the cruise.
One user on the unofficial Facebook group posted, "I’d like to give a big sarcastic shout out to the guitar player of Skeletal Remains for being a total drunk piece of shit who was groping women on the boat. Learn some consent before we ass fuck you next time you come around. Fuck you and your band."
Another woman, identified as Maddy Raymond, also shared a direct message to Monroy on Facebook. These public statements indicate a growing concern among attendees regarding the alleged incidents.
Eyewitness Describes Repeated Harassment
A detailed account emerged from a Reddit user who claimed to have reported Monroy on the ship. This individual stated that Monroy repeatedly approached them and engaged in unwanted physical contact after they had finished a volunteer shift and were at a casino bar.
The user specified that Monroy grabbed them by the waist on bare skin. Despite being told to "fuck off multiple times," Monroy allegedly continued to touch them as he walked by. The situation escalated when Monroy reportedly took the user's cigarette and drink, consuming them while continuing to make unwanted physical contact.
Key Incident Details
- Alleged victim reported Monroy would not leave them alone.
- Monroy reportedly grabbed the individual by the waist multiple times.
- He allegedly took the victim's cigarette and drink without permission.
- Victim claims to have told Monroy to "fuck off" loudly multiple times.
The individual stated that people sitting nearby started to notice the situation and offered to call security. The user also informed the bartender about the need for security, but stated that security never arrived at that moment. The next day, the individual reported the incidents to the 70,000 Tons of Metal organizers.
Cruise Organizers Respond to Incident
Following the emergence of these allegations, the organizers of the 70,000 Tons of Metal cruise issued a statement. They confirmed that their security team was made aware of a situation during the cruise. Investigations were reportedly conducted promptly.
The organizers stated that their team interviewed all parties involved to address the matter. After reviewing the information available at the time, they concluded that "no further action was warranted on board."
70,000 Tons of Metal Code of Conduct
The cruise organizers emphasized their commitment to a safe environment. They stated, "70000TONS OF METAL is a very friendly and inclusive environment, and we take the safety and well-being of our guests, crew, and artists extremely seriously. We also have a clear code of conduct that we hold everyone on board to, including guests and musicians alike."
This statement indicates that while an incident occurred and was investigated, the organizers felt their immediate response was sufficient. The nature of the specific actions taken against Monroy on board, beyond his alleged confinement, remains unclear from the organizer's statement.
Broader Implications and Band's Silence
The individual who reported Monroy on the ship also noted that they were upset to hear similar behavior had allegedly occurred in other instances on the ship and at previous events involving Monroy. They questioned why no one had come forward earlier.
The reporting individual also mentioned the presence of extensive video footage throughout the ship, reportedly accompanied by 75% audio. This information, they stated, was shared by the security/police team when reviewing their statement, suggesting a comprehensive record of events might exist.
As of now, Skeletal Remains, the band fronted by Chris Monroy, has not released any public statement regarding the allegations. The band has also disabled comments on their social media posts. Attempts to reach the band for comment have not yet received a response.
The spread of these allegations on social media highlights the increasing role of online platforms in bringing such incidents to public attention. The metal community continues to discuss the events and the responses from both the cruise organizers and the band.