UK police charge comedian Russell Brand over sexual assault allegations

April 4, 2025, 9:20 am

British police have formally charged comedian Russell Brand with serious sexual offenses, including rape and sexual assault, following an extensive investigation into multiple allegations spanning several years. The charges mark a significant development in the legal scrutiny of the high‐profile performer.

nationalpost.com / Comedian Russell Brand charged with rape and sexual assault by the British police

The alleged offences involve four women and took place between 1999 and 2005

globalnews.ca / Russell Brand charged with rape, sexual assault of 4 women in U.K.

The charges stem from an investigation, which began in September 2023, when several alleged victims came forward.

torontosun.com / U.K. police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape, sexual assault

British police have charged comedian Russell Brand with multiple sexual offenses, including rape and oral rape, following an 18-month investigation sparked by allegations from four women.

citynews.ca / UK police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault

British police charged comedian Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault following complaints from several women, with alleged offenses—spanning rape, indecent assault, oral rape, and two sexual assaults—occurring between 1999 and 2005.

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