Alan Jones trial on indecent assault and sexual touching charges begins in Sydney
Summary
The trial of broadcaster Alan Jones for alleged indecent assault and sexual touching began in Sydney’s Downing Centre court. Jones faces 22 charges related to incidents between 2003 and 2020 involving six complainants, with the trial expected to last four months.Key Facts
- Alan Jones is charged with 20 counts of indecent assault and 2 counts of sexual touching.
- The alleged incidents involve six complainants and occurred between 2003 and 2020.
- One complainant, anonymized as Complainant J, accounts for nine of the charges and testified privately in court.
- Allegations include unwanted touching and inappropriate behavior during meetings and car rides.
- The prosecution argues there is a pattern where Jones targeted younger men in his social and professional circles.
- The judge denied a request by the defense to block media from reporting complainants’ evidence.
- Jones denies all allegations and says he is not guilty.
- NSW police created Taskforce Bonnefin after victims came forward following media reports.
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