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An unnamed celebrity known in court as “PPT” is seeking a permanent injunction to stop ITN and Guardian News and Media from identifying him.

His lawyer says publication would have a “potentially fatal impact,” citing two suicide attempts, months of hospitalization, involuntary detention, and assessments by more than 10 doctors.

PPT denies allegations that he used his fame to pursue girls and young women for “inappropriate sexual activities,” while the judge warns that reporting restrictions also prohibit social media users from identifying him.

A well-known public figure accused of pursuing girls and young women for “inappropriate sexual activities” is asking a London court to permanently stop two news organizations from revealing his identity.

His lawyers argue that naming him would be “highly likely” to lead him to take his own life.

The man, identified in court as “PPT,” is seeking a permanent injunction against ITN and Guardian News and Media, according to The Independent .…