‘I was being polite’: prominent athlete continued texting Alan Jones after alleged assaults due to his reputation, trial hears
A prominent athlete testifying in the indecent assault trial of broadcaster Alan Jones explained that he continued to send friendly text messages to Jones after the alleged incidents due to the broadcaster's significant power and influence. The trial, involving 22 charges, continues as the court hears from multiple complainants.
Why it matters
The testimony highlights the complex power dynamics involved in high-profile sexual assault cases and the psychological factors influencing victim behavior.
Alan Jones arrives at the Downing Centre local court in Sydney on Tuesday. The broadcaster’s indecent assault trial continues. Photograph: Don Arnold/WireImage Alan Jones arrives at the Downing Centre local court in Sydney on Tuesday. The broadcaster’s indecent assault trial continues. Photograph: Don Arnold/WireImage Alan Jones trial ‘I was being polite’: prominent athlete continued texting Alan Jones after alleged assaults due to his reputation, trial hears Witness tells court he sent Jones friendly messages after two alleged assaults because he had been generous to him
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Prefer the Guardian on Google A prominent athlete who has accused Alan Jones of twice kissing him without consent has told a Sydney court he continued to text the broadcaster after the alleged assaults because Jones was powerful and had been generous to him.
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