Channel 7 stands by journalist in AFL drug case
| Source: | PM |
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| Published: | Friday, August 29, 2008 6:38 AEST |
| Expires: | Thursday, November 27, 2008 6:38 AEST |
A couple has pleaded guilty to "theft by finding" the confidential medical records of two high profile AFL players last year. They say the Channel Seven reporter who paid them for the medical records told them the exclusive story would make his career. While the couple was placed on a good behaviour bond today in a Melbourne court, Channel Seven said its reporter's conduct was "entirely appropriate".
