Russell Brand appeared with a weird maniacal grin resembling a clown before grabbing a woman's breasts, dragging her into a toilet, and raping her, a London court heard during his trial.
The 51-year-old comedian is on trial at Southwark crown court, facing allegations that he sexually assaulted the woman within a minute of meeting her, according to reporting by The Guardian — World.
Allegations Presented at Southwark Crown Court
Prosecutors presented details of the alleged encounter involving the woman, who was an MTV worker at the time of the incident. The court heard testimony describing Brand's demeanor during the alleged attack, specifically noting the expression on his face as he grabbed the woman's breasts and moved her toward the toilet area.
According to the proceedings reported by The Guardian — World, Brand is accused of orally raping the complainant during the encounter.
Specific Remarks Detailed in Court
The court heard that as the incident took place, Brand spoke directly to the woman. Witnesses recounted that he told her, “You want to do this,” before adding, “Come on, don’t be a spoilsport.”
The proceedings at Southwark crown court are continuing as the legal teams present evidence regarding the allegations against the entertainer.
