Some of the encounters were alleged to have happened in New York, though appear to be beyond the statute of limitations.
A police source described the investigation as routine and preliminary.
Simmons recently disputed one of the alleged incidents from 1991, saying, "I completely and unequivocally deny the horrendous allegations of non-consensual sex against me with every fiber of my being."
This is a breaking news story. Keep checking abc7NY for the latest information.