‘Ruthless and Calculated’: Opening Statements Begin in Russell Brand Rape Trial
Opening statements began in the rape trial of Russell Brand, who is accused of sexual misconduct and assault of six women
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Opening statements began in the rape trial of Russell Brand, who is accused of sexual misconduct and assault of six women
Russell Brand's rape and sexual-assault trial in England began Monday with jury selection, with opening arguments slated for later this week
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