CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas - Ramn Ayala released a public statement on Tuesday after lawsuits filed in Hidalgo County accused members connected to his band of abuse and misconduct.

The lawsuits, filed by three former band or crew members, name Ramn Ayala, Jr., Ramn Ayala, Sr., and Liram, L.L.C., doing business as Ramn Ayala y Sus Bravos del Norte.

According to a statement from The Buzbee Law Firm, the lawsuits accuse Ramn Ayala, Jr. of repeated sexual assault and allege the conduct was known about within the organization.