Russell Brand Sentenced to 10 Years and Six Months for Rape and Sexual Assaults

British comedian and actor Russell Brand has been sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison after a jury found him guilty of raping one woman and sexually assaulting three others. The allegations dated back to 2004. He was acquitted of two other rape charges and one count of attempted indecent assault, and had denied the allegations, saying the encounters were consensual. The judge said Brand had shown a “casual and arrogant disregard” for women who said no. Brand was remanded in custody after the verdict. He may be considered for parole after serving two-thirds of his sentence. Police say two more women have come forward since the conviction. Their investigation is ongoing and could lead to further charges.

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