Reports say Russell Brand interviewed by British police over claims of sexual offenses

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Reports indicate that British comedian Russell Brand underwent questioning by the British police regarding three alleged sexual offenses, as reported by U.K. media on Sunday.

According to both The Sunday Times and the BBC, the 48-year-old Brand was subjected to an interview at a London police station during the past week. While the Metropolitan Police did not explicitly name Russell Brand, they disclosed that “a man in his 40s attended a police station in south London on Thursday, November 16, 2023. He was interviewed under caution by detectives in relation to three non-recent sexual offenses. Inquiries are ongoing.”

It is the practice of British law enforcement not to disclose the identities of suspects who have not been formally arrested and charged. The term “interviewed under caution” signifies that the interview was recorded and may be employed in prospective legal proceedings.

In September, The Times, The Sunday Times, and Channel 4 reported that four women had come forward with allegations of sexual assault against Russell Brand. These allegations spanned the period from 2006 to 2013, during which Brand was a prominent figure in the United Kingdom and was gaining recognition in the United States.

Russell Brand has vehemently denied all of these allegations, asserting that his relationships were always consensual. Subsequent to the public revelation of the allegations, both the Metropolitan Police and the Thames Valley Police initiated investigations into Brand.

Consequently, Brand was dropped by his talent agent and publisher, and a series of live appearances were canceled. The BBC and other media entities with which he had affiliations have initiated reviews of his conduct and their respective responses.

While known for his unabashed and provocative stand-up comedy, Russell Brand has also hosted radio and television programs, authored memoirs documenting his struggles with substance abuse, featured in multiple Hollywood films, and had a brief marriage to pop star Katy Perry between 2010 and 2012.

In recent years, Brand has largely withdrawn from mainstream media but has cultivated a substantial online following through videos that blend topics of well-being with conspiracy theories.

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