Met Police boss 'wouldn't be surprised' if more allegations made about Brand
Summary
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said he would not be surprised if more people made allegations against Russell Brand. Brand was convicted of rape and sexual assault and is due to be sentenced on Monday; police say two rape investigations involving him remain ongoing.Key Facts
- A jury found Brand guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault.
- The jury acquitted Brand of two other rape charges and one allegation of attempted indecent assault.
- Rowley said two rape investigations involving Brand are ongoing.
- Police have interviewed Brand under caution in connection with those investigations.
- Rowley said he strongly supports requiring judges to address rape myths and misconceptions in every rape trial.
- Brand was refused bail after his conviction and will remain in custody until his sentencing hearing.
- The trial involved allegations by six women concerning events between 1999 and 2009.
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