Russell Brand was ‘wild-eyed maniac’ when trying to drag woman into toilets, court told
Woman says she ‘wrenched’ herself free of assault that allegedly took place when she was working at MTV in 2001
TL;DR
- A woman testified that Russell Brand attempted to drag her into men's toilets for a sexual encounter, describing him as a "wild-eyed maniac."
- She stated she "wrenched" herself free and did not report the incident at the time due to Brand's fame.
- The alleged assault occurred in 2001 while she was working for MTV.
- Brand is facing multiple charges, including rape, sexual assault, and indecent assault against six women, spanning from 1999 to 2009.
- He denies all charges.
- The woman stated she came forward after a 2023 documentary about Brand's alleged misconduct brought the memory back.
- The defense suggested the woman reassessed her memory, which she denied, emphasizing the intent behind Brand's actions.
- Earlier evidence related to a different complainant alleging rape at the 1999 Labour party conference.
- A former flatmate described Brand as "very egotistical" and preoccupied with sex.
- The trial is ongoing.