Russell Brand under investigation for alleged sexual assaults

WEB DESK: British authorities are mulling whether to file charges against comedian Russell Brand following a lengthy inquiry into sexual assaults allegations.

The Metropolitan Police in the United Kingdom forwarded a dossier of evidence to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), which is now assessing the case for potential charges.

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The 49-year-old has been interrogated by the law enforcers three different times regarding reports of sexual assaults that allegedly occurred between 2006 and 2013.

The investigation was initiated after several women came forward with sexual harassment or assault claims, including one who was underage at the time.

Russell Brand denied the sexual assaults allegation, maintaining that all his relationships were consensual.

The detective overseeing the investigation stated “we are dedicated to investing sexual offenses, regardless of when they are alleged to have occurred”.

The allegations surfaced following a joint investigation by UK’s Channel 4 and “The Sunday Times” in 2013. The comedian is known for his controversial comedy and roles in movies such as “Despicable Me” and “Forgetting Sarah Marshall”.

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He transitioned to online platforms in recent years, focusing on conspiracy theories.

Brand is also facing issues related to the acquisition of a pub. His plans to convert the property into a media studio has faced stiff resistance from the not-so-keen locals.