Police in London launch investigation into allegations against Russell Brand

Force says allegations against performer are non-recent and there have been no arrests

Scotland Yard has launched an investigation into a number of sexual offence allegations from across the country after media reporting of claims against Russell Brand.

The 48-year-old comedian and actor has been accused of rape, assault and emotional abuse between 2006 and 2013, when he was at the height of his fame working for the BBC and Channel 4 and starring in Hollywood films. He denies the allegations.