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Alan Jones trial on indecent assault and sexual touching charges begins in Sydney

The Guardian World Sunday 02 August 2026, 15:00 UTC By Amanda Meade and Jordyn Beazley 1 min read
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The 85-year-old former broadcaster faces 22 charges from six different complainants in what is expected to be a four-month trialGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe high-profile trial of former broadcaster Alan Jones for indecent assault and sexual touching charges begins on Monday in Sydney’s Downing Centre local court and is expected to run for four months and hear from 76 witnesses. Judge Glenn Walsh will hear from six complainants who were allegedly indecently...

The 85-year-old former broadcaster faces 22 charges from six different complainants in what is expected to be a four-month trial

The high-profile trial of former broadcaster Alan Jones for indecent assault and sexual touching charges begins on Monday in Sydney’s Downing Centre local court and is expected to run for four months and hear from 76 witnesses.

Judge Glenn Walsh will hear from six complainants who were allegedly indecently assaulted by the 85-year-old between 2003 and 2020.

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Alan Jones (PERSON) Sydney (LOCATION) Downing Centre (ORG) Glenn Walsh (PERSON)
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