“Russell Brand sentenced after rape, sexual assault convictions in UK”

Key points

• Brand was found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault.
• Judge Bennathan sentenced Brand to 10 years and six months in prison.
• Acquittals were recorded for two rape charges and one indecent assault charge.
• The offenses involved six women between 1999 and 2009.
• Statements from victims were read or given during the proceedings.