Actor John Jarratt has flatly denied allegations he raped a teenager inside a Sydney share house more than 40 years ago.
The 66-year-old, who is best known for his role in Wolf Creek, maintained his innocence as he spoke publicly for the first time since he was charged on Friday.
‘I’m fine because I’m innocent. I’m good, because I’m a good man,’ he told 9news.
Actor John Jarratt (pictured, left, with actress Rahda Mitchell) has been charged with sexually assaulting a woman, 18, at a home in Randwick, Sydney, in September 1976
The 66-year-old, who is best known for his role in Wolf Creek (pictured), maintained his innocence when questioned. ‘I’m fine because I’m innocent,’ he said
He was questioned in a suburban street when approaching his vehicle and said the allegations were ‘ridiculous and untrue.’
Jarratt is accused of sexually assaulting a woman at share house in Randwick, Sydney, in September 1976.
The alleged victim of sexual assault worked at the Sydney Opera House at the time.
It is understood the pair new each other and they continued to be friends for ten years following alleged incident.
Defence lawyer Chris Murphy said he was astounded the matter was proceeding.
He also said Jarratt was devastated and shocked by the allegation.
Defence lawyer Chris Murphy said Jarratt (pictured) was devastated and shocked by the allegation
‘He and is lovely wife are most upset about it.’
Jarratt has been married four times and is currently married to Rosa Jarratt who was also his first wife.
In December 2017 Jarratt told KIIS FM’s Kyle and Jackie O he never fell out of love with Miano and she is the love of his life.
Eastern Beaches Police Area Command officers have been investigating the alleged incident since December 2017 after the woman came forward about the alleged assault.
Jarratt was issued with a future court attendance notice on Friday.
He is expected to appear at Waverley Local Court on October 10.
Jarratt has been married four times and is currently married to Rosa Jarratt (pictured, left) who was also his first wife
Eastern Beaches Police Area Command officers have been investigating the incident since December 2017 after the woman came forward about the alleged assault
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