Journalist quizzed over 'nail in the coffin' remark at Jones trial

Sydney's chief investigative reporter, Kate McClymont, has been questioned in her trial for allegedly using a phrase that could be considered as predicting a negative outcome for a radio host accused of sexual misconduct. During the trial, McClymont was asked about a message she sent to the mother of one of the complainants, where she expressed that police involvement in the case would be a "nail in the coffin" for the story.

McClymont clarified that she did not mean to harm the host, but rather emphasized the significance of the statement made by the complainant to the police. The defense has suggested that McClymont harbored negativity towards the host, which may have influenced her reporting.