Russell Brand Faces New Rape and Sexual Assault Charges
TL;DR
British comedian Russell Brand has been charged with multiple counts of rape and sexual assault following allegations from six women dating back to 1999-2005, with new charges added after two additional women came forward. He has pleaded not guilty, and the investigation is ongoing, with a court appearance scheduled for January.
- Russell Brand charged with rape and sexual assault after 2 more women come forward NBC News
- Russell Brand Is Charged With Additional Counts of Rape and Sexual Assault The New York Times
- UK police say comedian Russell Brand charged with two more sex offenses CNN
- Russell Brand charged with new offences of rape and sexual assault BBC
- UK authorities bring new charges of rape and sexual assault against Russell Brand AP News
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