Alan Jones trial paused amid surprise legal argument

The trial of veteran broadcaster Alan Jones was temporarily halted due to a surprise legal argument while a witness was testifying.

Justin Tomlinson

Editor-in-Chief, Mora Discover

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Alan Jones trial paused amid surprise legal argument

The trial of veteran broadcaster Alan Jones has been paused following a surprise legal argument raised during court proceedings. The broadcaster is facing allegations of indecent assault made by a former athlete.[1][2][3]

The sudden pause in the trial occurred while a witness was giving evidence. The ex-girlfriend of the former athlete who accused the veteran broadcaster of indecent assault was midway through her testimony when proceedings were halted.[1][2][3]

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