ACCEPT Drummer Ken Mary Arrested on Human Trafficking Charges: Shockwaves in the Metal Community
ACCEPT Drummer Ken Mary Arrested on Human Trafficking Charges: Shockwaves in the Metal Community
Ken Mary, the drummer for legendary heavy metal band ACCEPT, has been arrested and detained by German authorities following serious allegations of human trafficking. The arrest took place late Friday evening in Berlin, where the band was scheduled to perform as part of their European tour.
According to a statement released by the Berlin Police Department, Mary, 62, was taken into custody after a months-long international investigation linked him to a suspected trafficking network operating between the U.S. and several European countries. Specific details remain limited, but sources close to the investigation claim that evidence gathered includes financial records, digital communications, and witness testimonies.
ACCEPT, known for their decades-long legacy in heavy metal and iconic songs such as “Balls to the Wall” and “Metal Heart,” has not yet issued a formal statement. However, an insider from the band’s management team, speaking under condition of anonymity, confirmed that the remaining members were “shocked and blindsided” by the development and are “fully cooperating with authorities.”
Ken Mary, who joined ACCEPT in recent years, is also known for his work with other prominent rock and metal acts, including Alice Cooper and Fifth Angel. His arrest has sent shockwaves through the international metal community.
As of Saturday morning, Mary remains in custody pending further legal proceedings. Authorities have not disclosed whether bail will be granted or when formal charges will be filed. If convicted, he could face significant prison time under European and international trafficking laws.
Fans and fellow musicians have taken to social media expressing disbelief and calling for due process. The band’s upcoming tour dates are currently under review.
