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Russell Brand Father Calls Son 'The Victim'
Russell Brand's father calls his son 'the victim' after jury convicted him of rape and sexual assault.
In brief
Russell Brand's father calls his son 'the victim' after jury convicted him of rape and sexual assault. Russell Brand's father dismissed the jury's verdict, calling his son 'the victim' and rejecting the justice system. Originally reported by Complex.
Ron Brand Confronts Reporters
Ron Brand confronted reporters outside a London courthouse after his son received a 10-year prison sentence for rape and sexual assault.
Ron Calls Son 'The Victim'
Ron Brand called his son 'the victim' and dismissed the jury's verdict, saying, 'I don't care.'
“I don't care”
Jury Verdict Details
Jurors found Russell guilty of four charges while acquitting him of two rape counts and one attempted indecent assault.
Ron Questions Justice System
Ron suggested social media might have influenced the jury, questioning if prospective jurors were selected based on online activity.
Ron Confident in Son
Ron stated his son would handle prison well, saying, 'He's strong. He's strong.'
“He's strong. He's strong”
Additional Allegations
Metropolitan Police are investigating two additional rape allegations against Brand following the conviction.
The headline
Russell Brand's father dismissed the jury's verdict, calling his son 'the victim' and rejecting the justice system.
