Comedian and actor Russell Brand has been hit with two new criminal charges, including one count of rape and another of sexual assault. The new allegations relate to two additional women, bringing the total number of alleged victims in the case to six.
Fresh Allegations Expand the Case
The latest charges, announced by the Metropolitan Police, are in addition to a series of serious offences the 50-year-old entertainer was charged with in April 2025. Those initial charges included two counts of rape, one count of indecent assault, and two counts of sexual assault.
These new developments significantly widen the scope of the legal proceedings against Brand. The investigation by the Met remains active and ongoing, with officers continuing to appeal for information from the public.
Court Date Set for January
Russell Brand is now scheduled to appear before Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 20 January to face the two new allegations. This court appearance will address the fresh charges separately from the earlier ones.
The Metropolitan Police reiterated its commitment to a thorough investigation, stating: "Our enquiry continues, and we encourage anyone who believes they may have information relevant to this case to contact us."
Ongoing Investigation and Public Appeal
The case has drawn significant public and media attention since the initial allegations surfaced. The expansion of the charges indicates that police have been pursuing multiple lines of enquiry.
Key facts of the case include:
- Total alleged victims now stands at six women.
- New charges: one further count of rape and one further count of sexual assault.
- Previous charges from April 2025 remain active.
- The next key date is 20 January at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.
As the legal process moves forward, the Metropolitan Police stress that their investigation is not closed and that any new information could be crucial.
