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Media Mogul Charged with Assault, False Imprisonment

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Media mogul Antony Catalano, known for his bold moves in the industry, has been charged with assault, false imprisonment, and threats to kill following an alleged attack on a woman in Melbourne. The incident, which occurred just weeks after his wife and him celebrated their anniversary, has led to his release on bail and a decision to step back from all business duties for at least six months. Catalanos wife, Stefanie, has expressed shock and focus on family matters, while his companys board has expressed concern over the allegations. Reports of recent erratic behavior and a history of run-ins with police have surfaced, with Catalano due back in court on May eleventh.

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Media Mogul Charged with Assault, False Imprisonment

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Sydney News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Media Mogul Charged with Assault, False Imprisonment. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

In Sydney, it's March 15, and here's what is going on. Media executive Anthony Catalano has been charged with assault, false imprisonment, and threats to kill after allegedly attacking a woman in Melbourne. Police claim he dragged her by the hair and ankles around an apartment and swung a close iron at her head, causing a broken tailbone. He's the executive chair of Australian Community Media and owns a luxury resort in Byron Bay. Six weeks earlier, Catalano and his wife celebrated their 14th wedding anniversary there with friends after patching up a short separation. He was released on bail following the charges late last week. His wife Stephanie says she's shaken up and focused on family matters right now. Catalano called himself deeply ashamed in a statement and plans to enter rehab immediately. He's stepping back from all business duties for at least six months while his company's board expressed shock over the allegations against women. Catalano earned a bold reputation in media over the years, starting rival property magazines

that sold for tens of millions and later leading major. Groups like Domain, before buying regional newspapers, meanwhile reports note recent erratic behavior, including a drug-related mental health episode last month and prior run-ins with police. He's due back in court on May 11 as his investor weighs in on next steps. Support for this episode comes from our sponsor. Leave the description. No need to switch positions. The sound is already where your head is. S-O-L-I-SoliPillo.com

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