Russell Brand remanded in custody ahead of November 9 sentencing as police expect more cases

Summary

Russell Brand, 51, was remanded in custody, and the judge told him he faced a 'significant custodial term' at his sentencing on November 9, according to The Hindu. The Guardian reports that police are bracing for more victims to come forward, with at least 10 more women suspected of having been attacked by Brand, and that the Metropolitan Police chief says 'many more' victims could come forward. Brand, described as an actor and comedian, is expected to receive a lengthy jail sentence for rape and sexual assaults.

Timeline

1. The Hindu

   6 Nov 2026, 17:09 UTCSource ↗

   The Hindu reports that U.K. police expect more cases against Russell Brand, who was remanded in custody and told by the judge that he faced a 'significant custodial term' at his sentencing on November 9.

2. The Guardian

   6 Nov 2026, 19:23 UTCSource ↗

   The Guardian reports that Russell Brand is suspected of having attacked at least 10 other women, and that the Metropolitan Police chief says 'many more' victims could come forward while Brand awaits sentencing.