One complainant withdrawn from Alan Jones trial bringing number of alleged victims to five
Summary
One accusation against Alan Jones for indecent assault has been dropped, leaving five complainants and 21 charges still in the trial. Jones denies all allegations, which include claims of unwanted touching and kissing over many years.Key Facts
- A charge against Alan Jones related to touching a 17-year-old boy was withdrawn by prosecutors.
- Jones faces 21 other charges of indecent assault and sexual touching from five complainants.
- The trial is taking place in Sydney’s Downing Centre local court and is in its eighth week.
- One complainant, a former athlete, says Jones kissed him without consent twice, including at a public event.
- Four people at that public event said they did not witness the alleged kiss.
- Jones denies all the charges, including the allegations of the kiss and other assaults.
- The judge expressed frustration over witnesses who could not clearly recall relevant details.
- Jones, 85, had a long career as a broadcaster and sports coach, spanning 35 years.
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