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The ABC has pulled two high-profile Four Corners episodes, “Cocaine Nation” and “Meth Highway,” over serious accuracy concerns involving a compromised anonymous source used in both — falsely portrayed under different identities. The former executive producer, Matthew Carney, who defended the original vetting, was shocked to learn of the alleged misrepresentation and launched his own investigation after rumors surfaced. The ABC later conducted its own probe after Carney’s departure, confirming the removal was due to source integrity. Reporter Mahmood Fazal, who was let go without being told the specific issues, called the move a troubling precedent, while the ABC’s editorial team now reviews all his work. The broadcaster has since overhauled its commissioning and standards processes, replacing key figures including Carney and Fazal, signaling a major shift in how the iconic investigative program operates.

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