Charles Geoffrey Brocket, the 54-year-old aristocrat who appeared on 'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!', has appeared in court facing serious sexual offence charges.
The peer, who is the heir to the prestigious Brocket Hall estate in Hertfordshire, stood before Oxford Crown Court on Thursday charged with one count of rape and two counts of assault by penetration.
The allegations stem from an incident alleged to have occurred in December 2021, when Brocket is accused of attacking a woman. The court heard brief details of the case during a short preliminary hearing where the defendant spoke only to confirm his name.
Reality TV Background
Brocket, who appeared on the ITV reality show in 2014, is no stranger to controversy. The fourth Baron Brocket has previously been involved in various business ventures and legal matters throughout his life in the public eye.
His appearance in the Australian jungle alongside celebrities such as Melanie Sykes and Jimmy Bullard brought him significant media attention, though his current legal situation represents a far more serious matter.
Legal Proceedings Continue
The case has been adjourned until November 8th for a plea and trial preparation hearing. Brocket was granted conditional bail until his next court appearance.
Legal representatives for both the prosecution and defence were present during the hearing, though no further details of the allegations were disclosed in open court.
The case continues to develop, with further updates expected following the November hearing. The Metropolitan Police confirmed the charges follow a thorough investigation into the allegations.
