Ray Hadley to give evidence at Alan Jones' criminal trial

Veteran broadcaster Ray Hadley will reportedly give evidence against his former 2GB radio station colleague Alan Jones in the second week of Jones' criminal trial.

The Australian has revealed that Hadley has been advised he is “likely to be called to testify” in the indecent sexual assault case “as early as Thursday,” when ‘Complainant C’ finishes giving evidence.

‘Complainant C’, one of six complainants who have accused Jones of sexual assault over two decades, worked on Jones’ 2GB breakfast program.

Prosecutor Georgina Wright told the court last week that their final duty each day was to drive Jones home to his mutil-million dollar Circular Quay apartment.

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Alan Jones was a broadcaster for decades. Image: 2GB

Ray Hadley to address ‘Complainant C’ accusations

‘Complainant C’ has accused the radio presenter of lavishing the young employee unwanted attention, kissing and sexually touching him, while calling him “donkey”, in reference to the size of his penis.

‘Complainant C’ allegedly grew increasingly distressed about the encounters and made a number of partial disclosures to colleagues, including Hadley, who hosted the top-rating show that followed Jones’ program each weekday.

Unlike Jones’ accusers, who are all giving evidence via video link, Hadley will be the first witness to appear in person in the courtroom.

Alan Jones trial begins

Last Monday, the trial began at Sydney's Downing Centre this morning.

As Jones exited his vehicle to walk into the building, he was slowed to a crawl by a media throng, presenting questions to him such as, “How does it feel being the news after reporting the news?”, “Are you feeling nervous or stressed?" and “Will you continue to maintain your innocence?”

Jones's trial for for indecent assault and sexual touching charges was set to start at 9:30 this morning, which compelled another reporter to ask, “Why are you 20 minutes late?”

Jones, who was once one of Australia's most successful and popular radio identities, and made a living out of speaking, remained silent as he entered the court building.

His trial for indecent assault from six complainants is expected to run for four months and hear from 76 witnesses.

The complainants claim they were allegedly indecently assaulted by the now 85-year-old between 2003 and 2020.

Jones is facing 22 charges, which include 20 indecent assault and two sexual touching charges.