David Desrosiers withdrawing from Simple Plan following sexual misconduct allegations

Just a year after his return after a 2-year hiatus from the band, due to his mental health issues, it has now been announced in an official statement that David Desrosiers is withdrawing from the band, given the recent sexual misconduct allegations made against him on social media.

The Instagram @victim_voices_montreal recently published an anonymous message (in French) from a woman describing her former sexual relationship with David Desrosiers and made some serious claims of abuse. You can read the full post here with an English translation here.

It took less than a day for the anonymous posting to spread and reach the band and David Desrosiers himself. Given these accusations, both David and Simple Plan decided to react very quickly, each releasing a short official statement announcing David’s withdrawal from the band “to work on his personal issues” and apologizing for the harm caused.

Recent public statements have led me to acknowledge that some of the interactions I have had with women have caused them harm. I have decided to withdraw from the band and seek professional help to educate myself and act appropriately in the future. I am truly sorry for the harm I have caused to these women.

– David Desrosiers –

Following recent public statements, David Desrosiers is withdrawing from the band in order to work on his personal issues. We offer our deepest apologies to the women who were hurt by his actions. We are also sorry for all our fans who are disappointed by this regretful situation. We will, as a band, take time to pause, reflect and put in place guidelines to prevent similar situations from happening.

– Simple Plan –

It is currently unknown whether David’s withdrawal from Simple Plan will be permanent or not.