Man denies being encouraged to make Alan Jones complaint to benefit radio rival, court hears
In a criminal trial, a complainant has denied allegations that his report of indecent assault against veteran broadcaster Alan Jones was a coordinated effort to help a rival radio host. The defense team suggests the complaint was motivated by workplace rivalry at 2GB.
Why it matters
The case involves high-profile media figures and raises questions about the intersection of workplace politics and serious criminal allegations.
Mr Jones has pleaded not guilty to 22 charges of indecent assault and sexual touching. ( ABC News: Jamie McKinnell )
A former colleague of Alan Jones has denied confiding in a radio rival was a prearranged effort to boot the veteran broadcaster off a "coveted" breakfast show.
Complainant C is one of six men accusing Mr Jones of indecent assault and sexual touching.
He is giving evidence in the criminal trial, having accused Mr Jones of kissing and touching him.
Link copied Share Share article Alan Jones's defence lawyers have accused one of the veteran broadcaster's alleged assault victims of confiding in two men who "hated" Mr Jones as part of a workplace "beef" at commercial radio station 2GB.
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