British comedian Russell Brand found guilty of rape and assault
British comedian Russell Brand has been found guilty of rape and sexual assault by a London court. The verdict includes one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault. Brand is expected to face a prison sentence, with the judge set to announce the sentence on Monday. He has been taken into custody. The 51-year-old was accused of seven sexual offenses, including three counts of rape and three counts of assault, occurring between 1999 and 2009. Brand has consistently claimed his innocence.
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