Channel Seven reporter Robert Ovadia sacked after allegations of inappropriate behaviour

Crime reporter confirms he has lost his job but denies any suggestion he has been inappropriate

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The Channel Seven crime reporter Robert Ovadia has confirmed he has been sacked after allegations of inappropriate behaviour.

Yes I've been sacked and there will be more to say about that in the appropriate forum at the appropriate time," Ovadia told Guardian Australia.

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