Russell Brand’s Criminal Trial Begins in London as He Faces Rape and Sexual Assault Charges
Russell Brand has arrived to London’s Southwark Crown Court for the start of his criminal trial.
Variety reports: Russell Brand has arrived to London’s Southwark Crown Court for the start of his criminal trial.
The former actor and comedian has been charged with three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault. The charges were brought by the U.K.’s Crown Prosecution Service (similar to a D.A.) in.
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