At a glance
- A jury at Southwark Crown Court found Russell Brand guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault.27
- The jury deliberated for two days before reaching its verdicts, acquitting Brand on two additional rape counts.27
- The trial judge informed Brand that he will receive a custodial sentence.17
A jury at Southwark Crown Court in London convicted comedian and actor Russell Brand of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault.27
Jurors delivered their decisions on Thursday after deliberating for two days following the trial.28
Brand was acquitted of two other rape charges brought against him in the case.27
Following the guilty verdicts, the presiding judge told Brand that he faces a custodial sentence.17
Where sources agree
- Brand convicted of rape and sexual assault8 of 8
- Trial held at Southwark Crown Court in London4 of 8
- Convicted of one count of rape and three assaults3 of 8
- Jury deliberated for two days2 of 8
Who covered this
7 National1 International
Sources
- 1The New York TimesRussell Brand Is Found Guilty of Rape and Sexual Assault ↗
- 2Washington ExaminerUK court convicts Russell Brand of rape and sexual assault ↗
- 3The HillRussell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault ↗
- 4The New York TimesTimeline: How Russell Brand Went From Comedy Star to Convicted Rapist ↗
- 5BBC NewsThe Russell Brand I saw in court was not the flamboyant character most people will know ↗
- 6The Hollywood ReporterRussell Brand Found Guilty of Rape and Sexual Assault at London Trial ↗
- 7VarietyRussell Brand Found Guilty of Rape and Sexual Assault at London Trial; Taken Into Custody ↗
- 8DeadlineRussell Brand Found Guilty Of Rape & Sexual Assault ↗
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