Alan Jones told prominent athlete ‘I would like to be kissing you all night’ after alleged assault, trial hears
Summary
A well-known athlete told a court in Sydney that broadcaster Alan Jones kissed him without permission at a public event and later sent him suggestive messages. The athlete described feeling shocked and embarrassed and said Jones regularly sent him gifts and compliments. Jones denies all accusations of indecent assault and sexual touching.Key Facts
- The athlete said Jones kissed him on the side of the mouth at a public event, which made him feel shocked and embarrassed.
- Jones allegedly sent the athlete weekly flowers after the athlete complimented Jones’s tableware.
- Jones texted the athlete messages such as “I would like to be kissing you all night” and called him “special.”
- The athlete said he did not consent to the kiss.
- Jones introduced the athlete with excessive compliments, making him uncomfortable.
- Jones helped the athlete by arranging a meeting with his bank, agent, and accountant during financial troubles.
- Jones has pleaded not guilty to 22 charges of indecent assault and sexual touching.
- The court is hearing testimony from this third alleged victim as part of the ongoing trial.
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