Alan Jones alleged victim testifies in court
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The gist
Alan Jones's alleged victim C testified in Sydney court that Jones kissed and groped him nearly 20 years ago. The 85-year-old faces 22 charges over six alleged victims.
Background
Alan Jones, a former Australian radio broadcaster, is standing trial in Sydney's Downing Centre Local Court. He has pleaded not guilty to 22 charges, including 20 counts of indecent assault and two counts of sexual touching, relating to six male alleged victims. The trial has drawn significant media attention due to Jones's former prominence as a shock jock.
How it unfolded
- Aug 13, 2026Week 2 of the trial begins, with witnesses taking the stand and a timeline shift reported.
- Aug 14, 2026Complainant C gives evidence, holding back tears as he describes Jones kissing and groping him nearly 20 years ago, saying it left him feeling 'violated'.
- Aug 18, 2026During cross-examination, C tells Jones's barrister he was 'groomed for 10 years' and to 'get real'.
- Aug 20, 2026Jones's barrister argues that C was not groomed because grooming 'happens to young children', noting C was an adult when the alleged incidents occurred.
Who’s saying what
- Prosecution
- C's testimony describes a power imbalance and repeated unwanted advances, supporting the charges.
- Defense
- Jones's barrister disputes the grooming claim, arguing it applies to children, not adults, and that the encounters were consensual.
Still unverified
The specific details of the alleged grooming and the nature of the text messages are as testified by C and disputed by the defense; the trial is ongoing.