Russell Brand is being investigated over two new rape complaints, police say

Source: BBC · 06 de novembro de 2026 às 06:30 · 7 h ago

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Det Supt Andy Furphy said he hoped other potential victims would gain "courage" and "confidence" from the guilty verdicts.

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• The Times: Producer ‘who laughed at’ Russell Brand assault cut from BBC shows

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