ALAN JONES TRIAL DAY ONE – AS IT HAPPENED
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WHAT HAPPENED
Alan Jones, a former 2UE and 2GB radio broadcaster, is on trial facing 22 charges, to which he has pleaded not guilty. According to Media | The Guardian, the trial has heard allegations made by a complainant, known as C, who worked at Jones's radio station 2GB and as his driver. The allegations include claims of unwanted touching and kissing.
The court heard that Jones would often comment on C's penis, calling him 'Donkey' and making suggestive comments, as well as touching C on the penis outside his clothes. The prosecution, led by Georgina Wright, alleged that these interactions occurred on several occasions, including when C was driving Jones home from his radio program. Jones also allegedly gifted cash and a car to the teenager.
The trial is significant as it involves a high-profile figure in the Australian media industry, and the allegations made against Jones are serious. The case is being closely watched, with Media | The Guardian providing live updates from the trial.
- Alan Jones is on trial facing 22 charges
- Complainant C alleges unwanted touching and kissing by Jones
- Jones allegedly made suggestive comments about C's penis and gifted him cash and a car
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