Leona Lewis Attacked At Book Signing In London

 
 
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  • Leona Lewis tears up after being slapped in a London book store on October 14, 2009
  • Leona Lewis poses with her new book, ‘Dreams,’ at Waterstone’s booksellers in London, England on October 14, 2009
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    Leona Lewis tears up after being slapped in a London book store on October 14, 2009

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    Leona Lewis poses with her new book, ‘Dreams,’ at Waterstone’s booksellers in London, England on October 14, 2009

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    Leona Lewis rocks the red carpet at the Capital Radio Summertime Ball on June 7, 2009 in London

 
 

FIRST PUBLISHED: October 14, 2009 1:36 PM EDT
LAST UPDATED: October 14, 2009 1:48 PM EDT

LONDON, UK --

Leona Lewis was attacked at a book signing in London on Wednesday afternoon, a Scotland Yard spokesperson confirmed to Access Hollywood.

The “Bleeding Love” singer, who was signing copies of her new autobiography, “Dreams,” was slapped at Waterstone’s bookstore in Piccadilly. The assailant was arrested for actual bodily harm while the star was taken to the hospital for treatment, according to the spokesperson.

“Leona was the victim of an unprovoked attack this afternoon at her book signing,” a rep for Leona said in a statement to Access. “The police were called immediately and medical attention has been sought. Leona is understandably shaken and apologizes to the fans she was unable to meet and complete signings.”

Her new album, “Echo,” is due later this year.

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