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Met police chief urges potential victims of Russell Brand to come forward
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Mark Rowley says he would not be surprised if many more people emerged with allegations against convicted rapist The head of Scotland Yard has called for anyone with fresh allegations against the convicted rapist Russell Brand to come forward. Mark Rowley, the Metropolitan police
Mark Rowley says he would not be surprised if many more people emerged with allegations against convicted rapist The head of Scotland Yard has called for anyone with fresh allegations against the convicted rapist Russell Brand to come forward. Mark Rowley, the Metropolitan police commissioner, said he would not be surprised if “many more” alleged victims emerged after the former comedian turned online influencer was on Thursday convicted of rape and sexual assault . Continue reading...
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