EXCLUSIVE: Russell Brand Altercation Under Investigation By LAPD, Charges Pending


Posted on Oct 01, 2010 @ 06:10AM  
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Actor and comedian Russell Brand will likely find out next week if he will be facing misdemeanor charges stemming from his scuffle with a photographer at LAX earlier this month, RadarOnline.com has exclusively learned.

Brand, who was traveling with fiancée Katy Perry to Las Vegas, was arrested on September 17 following an altercation with a photographer who was allegedly trying to shoot up Perry's skirt as the couple made their way through airport security.

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According to Los Angeles City Attorney spokesperson, Frank Mateljian, "The case was sent back to LAPD for further investigation. Our office needs further information. A decision is expected to be made next week on whether we will be charging Mr. Brand or not."

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Brand was released later that same day on $20,000.00 bail and awaits an October 15 court date.

Katy Tweeted soon after her honey's arrest, "If you cross the line & try an put a lens up my dress, my fiancé will do his job & protect me."

 

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Celebs should not be prosecuted or held responsible for Paps that get scraped up in the line of fire. It's called an occupational hazard that can easily be avoided. Use a long lense & stay back

by TheUltraworld
Posted Fri, 10/01/2010 - 4:31pm

come on anyone who thinks these people are "photographers" needs a doctor. They are perverts!

by realitybaby
Posted Fri, 10/01/2010 - 10:26am

Should have killed the low-life creep.

by harv44
Posted Fri, 10/01/2010 - 7:57am

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