Riel Karmy-Jones KC instructed in prosecution of Comedian Russell Brand

Riel Karmy-Jones KC has been appointed as lead counsel by the Crown Prosecution Service in the prosecution of Comedian and Actor Russell Brand.
Brand faces five charges involving four women, dating back to 1999–2005 which include two counts of rape, two counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault.

Riel has conducted many serious Sexual Offences trials including those involving allegations of historic sexual abuse, rape and cases involving children, both as victims and accused: [Riel Karmy-Jones KC profile]

She is leading Suki Dhadda of 2KBW. Riel and Suki are instructed by Shani Taggart, Senior Crown Prosecutor, Homicide Unit, London CPS.

The trial is scheduled to begin on June 3, 2026.

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