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First Male Accuser Testifies Against Alan Jones on Assault Charges

8/8/2026

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Alan Jones sits as the first male complainant testifies, facing 20 assault and two sexual-touching counts.
Complainant J alleges Jones placed a hand on his penis during a 2004 drive to Fitzroy Falls and kissed him in 2003-2004.
Defence lawyer Gabrielle Bashir SC argues that media rivalry, citing 2GB host Ray Hadley, fuels the case against Jones.

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Alan Jones sits as the first male complainant testifies, facing 20 assault and two sexual-touching counts.
Complainant J alleges Jones placed a hand on his penis during a 2004 drive to Fitzroy Falls and kissed him in 2003-2004.
Defence lawyer Gabrielle Bashir SC argues that media rivalry, citing 2GB host Ray Hadley, fuels the case against Jones.