Alan Jones to plead not guilty to 34 sexual assault charges saying allegations ‘baseless or distort truth’

Former shock jock faces Sydney court after being charged with an additional eight indecent assault offences

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Alan Jones will plead not guilty to 34 historical sexual assault charges, his lawyer has confirmed in Jones's first court appearance since he was arrested.

The former Sydney radio host appeared before Judge Michael Allen, the New South Wales chief magistrate, at Sydney's Downing Centre local court on Wednesday, where it was confirmed Jones will face a jury trial on the charges.

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