An investigative journalist testified in a Sydney court about an audio clip in which she said new information would be “an absolute nail in the coffin,” clarifying it did not refer to killing a public figure. The clip also included a phone call with the mother of the youngest alleged victim, during which the journalist expressed excitement when the mother mentioned her son had spoken to police that same year. The testimony highlights the journalist’s role in probing allegations and the court’s scrutiny of her statements.
Award-winning investigative journalist says she ‘probably’ texted an alleged victim’s mother saying ‘I hope the shit does hit the fan for him’, court hearsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastInvestigative journalist Kate McClymont has told a Sydney court that an audio recording in which she said new information would be “an absolute nail in the coffin” did not refer to “killing” Alan Jones.In a phone call with the mother of the youngest alleged victim of Jones, which was played in court, the Sydney Morning Herald’s chief investigative reporter expressed excitement when the woman said her son had spoken to police in the same year as the alleged assault. Continue reading...
