Imane Khelif, the talented Algerian boxer, has taken a major step by filing a criminal case against J.K. Rowling and Elon Musk over allegations of cyber harassment. According to reports, Khelif approached French authorities about the online abuse she faced while she was competing in the 2024 Summer Olympics held in Paris.

Imane Khelif’s Lawsuit Against X

Her legal representative, known as Boudi, mentioned that they have filed the complaint against X (formerly Twitter) to ensure that authorities can investigate anyone involved, including those hiding behind pseudonyms. This approach allows Khelif’s team to determine who will be named in the lawsuit as the investigation unfolds.

Prominent Personalities Named

High-profile individuals like J.K. Rowling and Elon Musk are explicitly named in the lawsuit. According to Boudi, the investigation will look into the actions of these individuals among others. He also highlighted that former President Donald Trump would be part of the probe since he made relevant tweets, even if he isn’t directly named in the complaint.

The Fight That Raised The Questions

Following her match against Italy’s Angela Carini, Imane Khelif was subjected to a wave of hate messages and misinformation about her participation in the women’s boxing category at the Olympics. Boudi emphasized the broad scope of the investigation, indicating that it could even extend to individuals overseas if the case advances to trial.

The Comments In Question

At the height of the online harassment, J.K. Rowling accused Khelif of being a male who took pleasure in harming a woman, sharing a photo from Khelif’s fight with Carini on Twitter. Elon Musk also chimed in by agreeing with swimmer Riley Gaines, who commented that