Probe launched in Russell assault allegations

British police have launched an investigation into allegations of non-recent sexual offenses following reports that four women have accused actor and comedian Russell Brand of sexual assaults. Brand has denied the allegations, and the police have not provided details of the incidents or offenses under investigation. Since the allegations surfaced, other women have come forward with accounts of inappropriate behavior by Brand. The allegations have led to the postponement of Brand's stand-up tour, and YouTube has blocked him from monetizing his online channel. Brand has accused the media, government, and big tech of trying to silence independent voices.