HUGH HEFNER - PLAYBOY MANSION ASSAULT INVESTIGATION ENDS

An investigation into an alleged sexual assault that took place at Playboy boss HUGH HEFNER's famous Los Angeles mansion has been dropped. Police started their questioning on Monday (06Aug07) and concluded their report on Friday (10Aug07), declaring there was no evidence that the reported assault at a summer party had taken place. A statement from Playboy reads, "We were informed by LAPD that their investigation has concluded with no evidence of any sexual assault having occurred at the Playboy Mansion. "Safety and security at the Mansion remain a priority, not only for those who live there, but for all invited guests. We thank the LAPD for their quick and thorough investigation into this matter."