Augustine Mitchell

Augustine Mitchell, a 37-year-old social media personality and comedian known as "LV General," has been charged with rape in the UK following allegations from May 24, 2026, in Lewisham, South East London.

Key facts and legal proceedings include:

• Charges: Mitchell faces one count of rape. His co-defendant, Marcel Johnson, 39, has been charged with kidnap with the intention of committing a sexual offense and two counts of rape related to the same incident.
• Initial Appearance: Mitchell was remanded in custody after appearing at Bromley Magistrates' Court. His first hearing at Bromley Magistrates' Court was on May 28, 2026, at 10 am.
• Bail Hearing: A bail application hearing for Mitchell was held at Woolwich Crown Court on June 8, 2026, but the outcome was not initially known. He was subsequently denied bail at Woolwich Crown Court on June 25, 2026, and appeared via video link from HMP Belmarsh.
• Plea and Trial: Both Mitchell and Johnson pleaded not guilty to the charges on June 25, 2026. A trial has been set for October 2026.
• Co-defendant's Bail: Marcel Johnson was granted bail following his appearance at Bromley Magistrates' Court on May 27, 2026.
• Upcoming Appearance: Both men were due to appear together at Woolwich Crown Court on June 24, 2026.

Mitchell's public profile as a YouTuber with over 100,000 subscribers, known for pranks and challenges, has made the case a significant story in local and entertainment news.