Russell Brand’s rape trial delayed for six months

Entertainment

Russell Brand's trial over allegations of rape and sexual assault has been delayed until October. The comedian, TV presenter, podcaster and actor is accused of three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault, and one allegation of indecent assault, with six women alleging crimes dating from 1999 to 2009. The 50-year-old denies all the claims against him. His trial had been scheduled to start on 16 June, after he was charged with two counts of rape, one count of indecent assault and two