Alan Jones allegedly gifted cash and car to teenager he kissed after commenting on sprinter’s penis, trial hears
Former broadcaster Alan Jones is on trial facing 22 charges of indecent assault and sexual touching. A complainant testified that Jones allegedly provided him with money and gifts while engaging in inappropriate behavior when the complainant was a teenager.
Why it matters
The trial of a high-profile public figure involving allegations of historical sexual abuse is a significant legal and social event in Australia.
Alan Jones (right) arrives at court on Monday. The former broadcaster has denied 22 indecent assault and sexual touching charges. Photograph: Bianca De Marchi/AAP Alan Jones (right) arrives at court on Monday. The former broadcaster has denied 22 indecent assault and sexual touching charges. Photograph: Bianca De Marchi/AAP Alan Jones trial Alan Jones allegedly gifted cash and car to teenager he kissed after commenting on sprinter’s penis, trial hears Former 2UE and 2GB radio broadcaster is facing 22 charges. Jones, 85, has pleaded not guilty
Prefer the Guardian on Google A champion athlete who was 14 when he met Alan Jones has told a Sydney court the broadcaster befriended him after he broke a record, and went on to give him a mobile phone, a car and up to $600 a week.
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