Russell Brand awaits sentencing after rape and sexual assault convictions
The comedian is in custody before sentencing on November 9, while police investigate further rape allegations and appeals for other potential victims to come forward continue.
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Defence challenges allegations in trial closing arguments
The Hollywood Reporter ↗Jury begins considering verdicts on seven charges
BBC News ↗Judge tells jurors they must reach unanimous decisions
Global News ↗Sentencing explainer sets out maximum punishment for rape
The Independent ↗Reports confirm four convictions and three acquittals
Sydney Morning Herald ↗Detective urges potential victims to come forward
Latest news, sport and opinion from the Guardian ↗CNA reports Brand's sentencing is due Monday
World News CNA ↗Jury convicts Brand of rape and three sexual assaults
Al Jazeera ↗Police interviews released after rape and assault convictions
The Independent ↗Bar Council chair estimates six to nine years
TMZ ↗Police expect more cases involving Russell Brand
Top Stories ↗Brand's barrister reports himself to legal watchdog
Sky News ↗Burnham considers changing rape trial law
The Independent ↗UK bookshops remove Brand books from shelves
Daily Mail ↗Police raise possibility of at least ten further victims
DER SPIEGEL - Schlagzeilen – Tops ↗Brand admits under oath he may have exposed himself
Daily Mail ↗Nandy warns media industry abuse may still be happening
BBC News ↗NPR reports Brand will learn his sentence Monday
NPR : National Public Radio ↗CNN examines questions for the UK entertainment industry
CNN ↗Brand due to be sentenced at Southwark Crown Court
Express & Star ↗Nandy says many people raised abuse claims
Daily Mail ↗Brand returns to court for sentencing
Sky News ↗Victim prepares impact statement as Brand awaits sentence
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