Ben Pasternak denies allegations as PR claims Evelyn Ha was ‘aggressor’ in hotel incident

Statements from Ben Pasternak representatives dispute allegations and detail claims made in response to arrest reports

The case involving content creator Evelyn Ha and entrepreneur Ben Pasternak has taken a contentious turn, with Pasternak’s representatives publicly denying allegations against him while presenting a sharply opposing version of events.

Pasternak, who has been accused in connection with an alleged incident involving Ha at a New York hotel, has denied the claims through his spokesperson Dini von Mueffling. In a statement reported by multiple outlets, his team asserted that Ha was the aggressor during the encounter.

According to the statement, Ha allegedly initiated the altercation, with claims that she “flew into a rage” and physically attacked Pasternak. The spokesperson further alleged that throughout their relationship, Ha had been emotionally and physically abusive, describing her behaviour as controlling and threatening. These claims have not been independently verified in court and remain part of Pasternak’s defence narrative.

The allegations against Pasternak, which prompted the legal case, stem from reports that he was charged following an alleged incident involving physical harm. Details from the criminal complaint, as cited in reporting, outline accusations of violence that are now being formally contested by his legal and public relations team.

The situation has drawn intense online attention, particularly given Ha’s prominence as a social media creator and her association with the Ha Sisters, a widely followed group known for lifestyle and vlog content. Public reaction has been swift, with many users expressing scepticism over the claims made in Pasternak’s defence statement and criticising the tone used to describe Ha.

The case has also reignited discussion around how abuse allegations are handled in the public sphere, especially when both parties present conflicting accounts. Legal experts often note that such cases require careful examination through court proceedings, where evidence and testimony are evaluated under judicial standards rather than public opinion.

At present, Pasternak has denied the charges, and the matter remains ongoing within the legal system. No final ruling has been made, and both sides are expected to present further arguments as proceedings continue.

The public nature of the dispute, amplified by social media and press coverage, has ensured that developments in the case are being closely followed, particularly by audiences familiar with Ha’s online presence.