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An insider has brought forward an update on Chris Brown's whereabouts, claiming the R 'n' B singer currently is avoiding to make public appearances and has been surrounding himself with security guards because he is afraid that someone might harm him. "Chris is scared. Not only did he probably lose his career and his girlfriend, but he's also fearing for his security and his life," an insider tells In Touch Weekly on the effect that his alleged battery to Rihanna has on him.

"Chris is a marked man. He faces criminal charges and possible jail time, but he's going to have to deal with Rihanna's legion of fans and her close-knit friends in the industry," a music insider chimes in. "That photo was the last straw," the music insider adds when referring to the leaked photo of Rihanna's bruised face. "The threats started pouring in the moment that appeared online."

In related news, celebrity gossip site Blackarazzi has claimed that Rihanna may have gotten a phone call from Oprah Winfrey regarding her and Chris Brown's alleged assault. "To my knowledge Riri has spoken to Oprah," a source tells Blackarazzi. "Rihanna declined to have it as a topic on the show but spoke to her as a friend. Oprah told her that if its anything she can do just let her know."