Jury sworn in for Russell Brand trial on rape and sexual assault charges
Summary
A jury has been chosen for the trial of comedian Russell Brand, who faces multiple charges of rape and sexual assault related to incidents from 1999 to 2009. Brand denies all the accusations, and the trial is expected to last six weeks at Southwark Crown Court in London.Key Facts
- Russell Brand is charged with three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault, and one count of indecent assault.
- The allegations involve six women and cover a period of about 10 years (1999 to 2009).
- Jury selection took place at Southwark Crown Court, with 12 jurors and one reserve sworn in.
- The judge instructed jurors not to research the case or discuss it outside the courtroom until a verdict is reached.
- The trial is expected to last six weeks, with prosecution opening statements scheduled after jury selection.
- Russell Brand attended court wearing a grey suit and sunglasses but was unaccompanied by his wife on the second day.
- Brand is a British comedian and actor known for TV shows and films, and was married to singer Katy Perry from 2010 to 2012.
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