Alan Jones trial hears of odd timing in journalist's contact
A complainant said he would tell journalist Kate McClymont everything, and she rang the following day by coincidence.
A man said Alan Jones sexually assaulted him. He told his wife he would tell McClymont everything if she called.
She was a Herald investigative reporter. McClymont rang the next day.
Kate McClymont explained the timing to the court on Thursday. The man had received a birthday message from Jones four days earlier.
She did not know his real name at that stage. The coincidence arose after she restarted her investigation into the 85-year-old broadcaster following new information.
Jones faces 19 counts of indecent assault. He faces two counts of sexual touching without consent.
Five male complainants are involved. The acts occurred between 2003 and 2020.
He has pleaded not guilty. He denies the alleged acts.
- 85 years old
- Jones age
- Alleged acts between 2003 and 2020
- Time span
- Five male complainants
- Complainants
Why it mattersThe case raises questions about when charges emerge. It shows whether timing affects credibility in criminal trials.
AustraliaA former radio broadcaster's trial on serious charges draws national attention and tests the legal system's handling of decades-old assault allegations.
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