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Harvey Weinstein receives additional sentence behind bars

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Harvey Weinstein has been sentenced to an additional 16 years behind bars for sexual assault charges

The former Hollywood film producer was convicted of raping and sexually assaulting an Italian model in 2013.

But he was acquitted of sexual battery of a massage therapist.

The jury also failing to reach a verdict on counts involving two other women.

Weinstein spoke in court, saying the case was merely a “set up”. He maintains his innocence and says the case is all about money.

The 70-year-old is currently serving a 23-year sentence in New York.

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