British comedian and media personality Russell Brand has been sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison following his conviction for raping one woman and sexually assaulting three others. The sentencing took place on Monday afternoon following a four-week trial.
During the sentencing, the court heard that Brand had told a "series of lies" throughout the trial, which concluded the previous week. While Brand was found guilty on multiple charges, he was acquitted on three of the seven total counts he faced. The prosecution had initially sought a minimum sentence of 12 years.
Detective Andy Furphy, the lead investigator on the case, praised the "immense bravery, dignity and resilience" of the complainants. Meanwhile, police noted that the investigation remains ongoing. Family members, including Brand's father Ron and his wife Laura, were present in the courtroom for the proceedings.
