David Charles Massa Acquitted of Sexual Offense Charges
David Charles Massa, 47, was acquitted of sexual offense charges following a trial in the NSW District Court. The charges originated from an interaction with another man at Universal Sydney nightclub in June 2024.
Trial Outcome and Accusations
Massa faced accusations of placing his hands into the complainant's underwear and touching him for several seconds. He was acquitted of two counts of sexual intercourse without consent and two backup counts of sexual touching without consent.
Defense Presents CCTV Evidence
Massa acknowledged touching the other man's bottom but maintained the advance was consensual.
His barrister, Nicole Carroll, presented CCTV footage from June 1, 2024. She argued the footage showed the complainant engaging with Massa, including talking, laughing, smiling, and kissing him after the alleged incidents.
Carroll stated the complainant did not appear upset or distressed, and his departure occurred when his girlfriend pulled him away.
The jury dismissed the prosecutor's argument regarding lack of consent.
Lengthy Legal Battle Concludes
The legal proceedings took a year and a half and incurred $130,000 in legal fees for Massa, who expressed satisfaction with the verdict.