American actor Jussie Smollett has been indicted by a grand jury in Chicago on 16 felony counts after allegedly lying to the police about being a victim of hate crime.
The 16 charges involve giving false statements to two different Chicago Police officers.
Prosecutors had previously charged him with one count of filing a false report, which carries the possibility of up to three years in prison.
According to the police, the 36-year-old actor staged the attack in January because he was reportedly "dissatisfied" with his salary.
Daily Mail seeks interim $13 million payment after Prince Harry loses lawsuit
It's official: Guggenheim Abu Dhabi to open on December 11
Marvel unveils 'Ghost Rider,' 'Black Panther 3' at Comic-Con
'Avatar Aang' creators unveil first Avatar Studios film at Comic-Con
Rome to offer free cinema screenings as refuge from summer heat
