ABC Removes Fazal’s Work Over Source Concerns | Sydney News

The ABC has pulled three major investigative pieces from journalist Mahmood Fazal over concerns he failed to meet verification standards when using anonymous sources. Episodes of Four Corners and Background Briefing, including one involving a drug trap house, were removed to protect the broadcaster’s credibility. Allegations suggest an associate may have played multiple roles in his reporting, hidden under anonymity — a claim Fazal defended, citing the need for secrecy to protect sensitive information. This follows his dismissal in May over a casino-sponsored podcast appearance, with ongoing Ombudsman reviews of other his work. Fazal called earlier removals a troubling precedent for journalistic independence. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5b3d02148b4a2533