Russell Brand Faces Investigation as Sexual Offense Allegations Surface

The Metropolitan Police in London has launched an investigation into allegations of "non-recent" sexual offenses following a joint investigation by British media outlets, which revealed accusations of rape and sexual assault against comedian Russell Brand. Brand has denied the allegations and accused the UK government of censorship. The investigation will be carried out by detectives from the Met's Central Specialist Crime Command, and the police are encouraging anyone who believes they may have been a victim to come forward. Brand's YouTube channel has been demonetized and his live tour postponed since the allegations surfaced.