The Metropolitan Police has announced the commencement of an investigation into a series of allegations of “non-recent” sexual offences involving well-known comedian and actor Russell Brand. The police stated that they have received multiple allegations against Brand in both London and various locations across the country.

In a statement issued by the Met, they revealed that these allegations emerged following an investigation by Channel 4’s Dispatches and The Sunday Times. The reported sexual offences are all categorised as “non-recent,” implying that they pertain to incidents that allegedly occurred in the past.

The Met Police statement read, “Following an investigation by Channel 4’s Dispatches and The Sunday Times, the Met has received a number of allegations of sexual offences in London. We have also received a number of allegations of sexual offences committed elsewhere in the country and will investigate these. The offences are all non-recent. Officers will be offering specialist support to all of the women who have made allegations.”

It’s important to note that no arrests have been made in connection with these allegations at this time, and the police have stated that their inquiries into the matter are ongoing.

Russell Brand has vehemently denied all the allegations against him, asserting that all his relationships were consensual. He has not been charged with any offences related to the allegations.

Russell Brand, known for his career in comedy, acting, and social commentary, has not made any further public statements regarding the investigation, but his legal representatives have maintained his denial of the allegations.