Brand will face 'hell on earth' in Wandsworth prison, says former inmate
Former entertainer Russell Brand is adjusting to life at HMP Wandsworth following his conviction for rape and sexual assault. Former inmates and staff describe the prison environment as harsh and volatile, noting the significant impact of his high-profile status on his incarceration.
Why it matters
The case highlights the realities of the UK prison system and the public interest surrounding the incarceration of high-profile figures.
Image source, PA/Getty Image caption, Russell Brand has been in HMP Wandsworth for a week
Russell Brand will face "hell on earth" inside HMP Wandsworth, a former inmate at the London prison has said.
Brand, 51, was convicted a week ago of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault and was sentenced on Monday to 10 years and six months in prison.
He is currently being held at the South London jail, which is one of England's largest Victorian-era prisons.
Chris Atkins, who served eight months at HMP Wandsworth for tax fraud, described the prison as "hell on earth".
He continued: "The first month is hands-down the worst. The mental shock is absolutely colossal. It was colossal for me and it's going to be 10 times worse for him because of the nature of his offences and the height from which he's fallen.
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