From Al Jazeera · Al Jazeera Staff · · 50s
Russell Brand guilty of rape and sexual assault
British comedian Russell Brand convicted of one rape and three sexual assault counts at London's Southwark Crown Court.
In brief
British comedian Russell Brand convicted of one rape and three sexual assault counts at London's Southwark Crown Court. Russell Brand, 51, was found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault by a London jury and faces a lengthy prison sentence. Originally reported by Al Jazeera.
Brand convicted on multiple counts
A jury at London's Southwark Crown Court on Thursday convicted Russell Brand, 51, of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault.
Some charges dismissed
Brand was acquitted of two other rape charges and one count of attempted indecent assault, reducing the total charges he faced.
Faces lengthy prison sentence
The British comedian and actor could face a lengthy prison sentence following his conviction at the London court.
At a glance
Russell Brand, 51, was found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault by a London jury and faces a lengthy prison sentence.
