In a surprising turn of events, sources from AllHipHop have revealed that the attorney representing the accuser in the case against T.I. and Tiny Harris reportedly demanded a $10 million payment merely three hours before the statute of limitations expired. The reported request, made at 9 p.m. on New Year's Eve, is being characterized as a clear case of extortion.

A source close to the situation commented, "This is a total shakedown. The accuser's attorney demanded a payment of $10 million." The timing of the demand, on the brink of the statute of limitations, raises questions about the motivations behind such a significant monetary request.

The couple, T.I. and Tiny, responded to the allegations through a joint statement earlier this week. In the statement, they expressed frustration with the accuser's actions, stating, "On the heels of positivity, negativity always rears its ugly head. This plaintiff has been threatening to file this lawsuit for THREE years. For THREE years, we have emphatically and categorically denied these allegations."

Highlighting their consistent denial of the accusations over the years, the statement also addressed the alleged extortion attempts. "For THREE years we have maintained our innocence and refused to pay these extortionate demands for things we didn't do," they asserted. The couple firmly stated their commitment to facing the legal process, emphasizing, "We are innocent of these fake claims, we will not be shaken down, and we look forward to our day in court."

The legal dispute revolves around a California lawsuit filed by an individual identified as Jane Doe, who claims T.I. and Tiny assaulted her in a hotel room in 2005. Despite the serious nature of the allegations, the couple is vehemently denying any wrongdoing and is prepared to defend their innocence in court.

As the legal drama unfolds, the public awaits further developments in this high-profile case, where not only the accusations but also the alleged extortion attempt adds complexity to an already contentious situation.