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Alleged victim sent Alan Jones ‘embarrassing’ texts to keep ‘most powerful man in Australia’ on side, court told

Former 2GB and 2UE radio broadcaster is facing 22 indecent assault and sexual touching charges. Jones, 85, has pleaded not guiltyFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOne of Alan Jones’s alleged victims has told a Sydney court that he sent “distressing and embarrassing” messages about his penis to the broadcaster to keep “t

Published Monday, 17 August 2026 at 03:24
Alleged victim sent Alan Jones ‘embarrassing’ texts to keep ‘most powerful man in Australia’ on side, court told
Former 2GB and 2UE radio broadcaster is facing 22 indecent assault and sexual touching charges. Jones, 85, has pleaded not guiltyFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOne of Alan Jones’s alleged victims has told a Sydney court that he sent “distressing and embarrassing” messages about his penis to the broadcaster to keep “the most powerful man in Australia” on side.Complainant C was a young man when employed as a driver for Jones at 2GB radio. He has previously told Downing Centre local court that Jones touched his penis and kissed him during his employment. Continue reading...

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