Former Australian 100m Champion Charged With Indecent Treatment of a Child — image accompanying Marathon Handbook's report. Image accompanying Marathon Handbook’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Jake Doran, the 2022 Australian 100m champion, faces a charge of indecent treatment of a child under 16. Queensland police arrested Doran in Townsville on Oct. 13. The investigation covers events from January 2025 to September 2026. Doran was released on bail, and the investigation continues.
Doran's 2022 season was his career peak, winning the national 100m title. He also competed in the Commonwealth Games and World Championships. His 2023 Australian 200m title was his last major win. His 100m time has not improved since then. Read more everyday miles coverage.
Doran works for TAFE Queensland, which suspended him pending the case outcome. Australian Athletics barred him from events and training. His profile and social media accounts were removed. Doran is due in court on Nov. 5. Related: TYMEWEAR VitalPro: Breathing Analysis for Personalized Training.
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Jake Doran, 2022 Australian 100m champion, arrested and charged with indecent treatment of a child. Jake Doran, the 2022 Australian 100m champion, faces a charge of indecent treatment of a child under 16. Queensland police arrested Doran in Townsville on Oct. 13. The investigation covers events from January 2025 to September 2026. Doran was released on bail, and the investigation continues.
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Runner World published this brief on October 22, 2026. The underlying Marathon Handbook report was dated October 22, 2026.
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