Police investigate two additional rape allegations against Russell Brand

Crime · First reported 5 Nov, 15:02 · Updated 20:49

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Police say investigations into two further rape allegations against Russell Brand are ongoing, and files have been sent to prosecutors. The allegations include one involving a woman who says she was 16; any further charges would be separate from the convictions already reported.

The Metropolitan Police confirmed that two rape allegations against Brand remain under investigation, and that he has been interviewed under caution in connection with them.
Police say investigation files concerning both complainants have been submitted to the Crown Prosecution Service; inquiries and further investigative work continue.
One complaint concerns a woman who says she was 16 when she knew Brand, then 30; the reports describe her as a schoolgirl at the time.
Police investigator Andy Furphy said publicity around the verdict could encourage further people to contact police; he said the investigation remains active.

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Key facts

Allegations under investigation: Two rape allegations; police say the investigations remain ongoing.
Prosecutorial status: Police say files concerning both complainants have been submitted to the Crown Prosecution Service.
Age described in one allegation: The complainant says she was 16 when she knew Brand, who was 30.
Police contact: The Met gave an email address and a UK 101 phone reference for reports.