Inside the police investigation which led to Russell Brand's rape trial

Four the Record: Russell Brand on Trial · Nov 10, 2026 · 15m

How did detectives build a case against Russell Brand - involving more than 300 witness statements? What was it like supporting survivors through a lengthy and challenging criminal justice process, particularly when the defendant was a celebrity with millions of online followers?

Brand has been sentenced to 10 years and 6 months in prison 2026 after being convicted of one rape and three sexual assaults. He was acquitted of three offences, including one rape.

Minnie Stephenson speaks to Metropolitan Police Commander, Andy Day, about the landmark trial. He also discusses the further allegations…