Russell Brand trial hears evidence from multiple accusers

Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 20 Oct, 12:20 · Archive

Russell Brand is on trial at Southwark Crown Court for rape and sexual assault charges spanning a decade of his career.

Russell Brand appeared at Southwark Crown Court for the latest hearing in his trial on charges of rape, sexual assault and indecent assault spanning ten years of his entertainment career.

A woman who worked for MTV alleged that Brand dragged her into a locked toilet and forced her to perform oral sex, telling her not to be a "spoilsport". She described him as grinning "like a clown" during the alleged assault. In emotional testimony, the woman said she did not report the incident to police for 19 years, during which time she felt ashamed and did not want to identify as a victim.

A fourth accuser testified that Brand had sexually assaulted her at a radio station. She said he suddenly "leapt" on her, grabbed her face, and kissed her hard on the mouth and neck whilst groping her body. She told the court she did not go to the police because she feared no one would believe her and she could lose her job and her home.

Brand's wife Laura Gallacher attended court and was observed raising her eyebrows and shaking her head as she listened to testimony. The trial continues at Southwark Crown Court.

How it is being reported

• Russell Brand’s wife shakes head listening to accuser recount ‘violent assault’Russell Brand is on trial at Southwark Crown Court for rape and sexual assault charges spanning 10 years of his showbiz career.Metro · 20 Oct, 12:10
• Russell Brand arrives at court for latest day of trial over rape and sexual assault chargesRussell Brand, 51, is on trial at Southwark Crown Court in London on charges that span 10 years of his showbiz careerThe Mirror · 20 Oct, 09:50
• Russell Brand arrives at court for rape trial with third complainant expected to give evidenceThe former comic Russell Brand arrived at Southwark Crown Court for the sixth day of his trial, where he is answering to charges of rape, sexual assault and indecent assaultThe Mirror · 19 Oct, 09:43

In this story: Russell Brand · Laura Gallacher · Southwark Crown Court · MTV

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