Australian police on Monday charged former radio show host Alan Jones with 24 assault and sexual touching offenses, indictments that followed accusations in a newspaper that Jones had assaulted young men for decades.

The retired radio host, who was granted bail after being arrested, was accused of abusing eight victims over nearly 20 years.

Alan Jones was one of the most powerful men in Australia. With a massive career in the media, here's why his arrest is significant.