Alan Jones corresponded with 13-year-old who asked for financial help, court hears
A court in Sydney heard evidence regarding Alan Jones's extensive correspondence with a 13-year-old boy who sought financial assistance. The trial involves multiple charges of indecent assault and sexual touching against the former broadcaster.
Why it matters
The case involves a high-profile public figure and raises serious questions regarding child protection and professional boundaries.
Alan Jones arrives at the Downing Centre local court in Sydney. The court heard Jones had described the teenager as a ‘sophisticated, articulate 13-year-old’ who was experiencing ‘terrible circumstances’. Photograph: Sarah Wilson/AAP Alan Jones arrives at the Downing Centre local court in Sydney. The court heard Jones had described the teenager as a ‘sophisticated, articulate 13-year-old’ who was experiencing ‘terrible circumstances’. Photograph: Sarah Wilson/AAP Alan Jones trial Alan Jones corresponded with 13-year-old who asked for financial help, court hears Radio host took teenager to lunch, had him visit his apartment, and told him to keep some conversations secret, court hears
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Prefer the Guardian on Google Alan Jones corresponded extensively with a 13-year-old who had written to him asking for financial help, showering the teenager with praise and asking him to keep some secrets from his mother.
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