WARNING: Contains graphic details of alleged sexual assault that some readers may find distressing.
Russell Brandis reportedly the focus of new allegations.
Nokes, who chairs the British parliament’s committee on women and equalities, added the allegations were “incredibly shocking and criminal," and that they were “first and foremost a matter for the police," the outlet added.
Russell Brand is facing allegations of rape and sexual assault.
On Monday, Scotland Yard confirmed to PEOPLE that London’s Metropolitan Police was “aware of media reporting of a series of allegations of sexual assault.”
“At this time, we have not received any reports in relation to this,” the statement added. “If anyone believes they have been the victim of a sexual assault, no matter how long ago it happened, we would encourage them to contact police.”
“We spoke withThe Sunday Timeson Saturday, 16 September,” the statement continued. “We will be making further approaches to theSunday Timesand Channel 4 to ensure that any victims of crime who they have spoken with are aware of how they may report any criminal allegations to police.”
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“The documentary and associated reports contained serious allegations, spanning a number of years,” the BBC spokesperson added. “Russell Brand worked on BBC radio programmes between 2006 and 2008 and we are urgently looking into the issues raised.”
In the report, an unidentified woman accused Brand of raping her against a wall in his Los Angeles home in 2012. A former colleague also alleged that Brand sexually assaulted her in 2013, while Brand’s ex-girlfriend Jordan Martin accused him of sexual assault and abuse.
The media outlets reported that the incidents allegedly took place between 2006 and 2013 when the comedian was presenting shows for BBC Radio 2 and Channel 4 and acting in Hollywood movies.
In reply, Brand said Friday that he “absolutely” refuted the allegations in a video shared on social media. He added that the claims were “extremely egregious and aggressive attacks.”
The BBC, Channel 4 and Banijay, the new owners ofBig Brother’s Big Mouthproducers Endemol, have since reportedly opened investigations into the allegations.
Russell Brand visits the SiriusXM Studios.Cindy Ord/Getty Images)
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Channel 4 said in a statement perBBC Newsthat it is also conducting its own internal investigation following the accusations and has urged “anyone who is aware of such behavior to contact us directly.”
The Telegraphreported that the outlet had “taken down all content featuring Russell Brand” during the investigation
Russell Brand signs copies of his new book “Recovery: Freedom From Our Addictions”.John Lamparski/Getty Images
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Trevi Women and Children’s Charity UK, who Brand worked with though his Stay Free Foundation has also cut ties with the comedian, following the allegations.
“Russell became aware of our charity in 2022 after hearing about some of the incredible mothers we have helped to become drug-free over the years. He wanted to support our cause and raise money through his Stay Free Foundation,” the charity said in astatement viaInstagram.
“Today’s media revelations have been difficult to process but our priority remains and continues to be the safety and well-being of all women and girls now and in the future,” the statement continued. “We have ended our association with Russell Brand and the Stay Free Foundation.”
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In a further development, Brand’s literary agent Tavistock Wood also confirmed to PEOPLE that it would no longer represent him.
If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, please contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or go torainn.org.
source: people.com
