The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised the Metropolitan Police Service to charge a man following an investigation by detectives. It is alleged that –In 1999 a woman was raped in the Bournemouth areaIn 2001 a woman was indecently assaulted in the Westminster area of LondonIn 2004 a woman was orally raped and sexually assaulted in the Westminster area of LondonBetween 2004 and 2005, a woman was sexually assaulted in the Westminster area of LondonRussell Brand will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Friday, 2 May. Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy from the Metropolitan Police who is leading the investigation said: “The women who have made reports continue to receive support from specially trained officers. “Support is also available by contacting the independent charity, Rape Crisis at 24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line.”We urge responsible reporting in line with guidance from the Attorney General’s Office. The charges relate to four separate women.

Source: The Times April 04, 2025 15:31 UTC