‘Extraordinary events’: Convictions quashed for construction boss after juror misconduct
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Source: The Age
Published: 2026-08-21 17:51 UTC+10:00
Section: National / NSW
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Crime & Justice, Australia, Law & Courts, Tax & Budget, Fraud & Corruption, Crime & Justice
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Construction boss George Alex’s convictions for money laundering and tax fraud have been quashed and a new trial has been ordered after an appeals court found an “unprecedented” allegation of juror tampering had led to a miscarriage of justice.
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