Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and sexual assault charges
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Russell Brand has formally pleaded not guilty to multiple allegations of rape and sexual assault during a hearing at Southwark Crown Court in London. The comedian faces five charges related to incidents involving four women between 1999 and 2005. The allegations were initially presented during a previous magistrate court appearance, and Brand has consistently denied the charges, asserting that the claims are without merit. A trial is scheduled for next June to further address these serious allegations.
Russell Brand, the comedian and actor, has pleaded not guilty to five charges of rape and sexual assault involving allegations from four women between 1999 and 2005.
During a recent court appearance, Brand reiterated his innocence regarding the accusations made against him, which he claims are unfounded and distorted.
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