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The ABC has pulled two full episodes and edited a third from journalist Mahmood Fazal’s body of work after uncovering three more instances where anonymous sources weren’t properly verified — a pattern that’s now raising serious questions about journalistic standards and accountability. Fazal, known for his gritty crime reporting and personal ties to the bikie underworld, was already terminated last year following a controversial podcast appearance. His work on “Cocaine Nation” and “Meth Highway” had already been withdrawn for accuracy issues. Now, with “The Postcode Wars” partially edited and an editor’s note added, the ABC says it’s acting to protect public trust — even as Fazal claims the moves are politically motivated and set a dangerous precedent. Meanwhile, the ABC’s head of investigations, Jo Puccini — who oversaw these programs — is leaving, along with several other senior managers, adding another layer of turbulence to the broadcaster’s current affairs division.

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