PVRIS have announced the removal of guitarist Alex Babinski from the band.

In a statement posted earlier this morning, the Massachusetts natives announced that Babinski would no longer be a part of PVRIS following the re-surfacing of allegations made against him earlier this month and growing pressure for the band to acknowledge the claims amidst heavy promotion for their new album.

“We absolutely and emphatically will not tolerate sexual harassment, coercion and all other forms of sexual misconduct- online and offline,” the band shared. “It is our responsibility to ensure and provide a safe space within the PVRIS community and to believe and support victims and survivors.”

In a statement made on his personal accounts just minutes after the band’s announcement, Babinski advocated his innocence, claiming the accusations were false and that he would be taking legal action.

“These allegations being made against me are 100% false,” he wrote. “I am determined to prove my innocence and am in the process of taking legal action in order to professionally and efficiently clear my name.”

CONTENT WARNING: Sexual abuse and misconduct

Allegations against Babinski include coercing a minor and sexual harassment as recently as 2017 during PVRIS’ last full US headlining tour.

This news comes just two days before the band is set to release their latest album “Use Me.” At this time the band has not announced any plans to delay the release.