NewzFederal Labor MP Luke Gosling has been arrested by Northern Territory Police following an alleged assault against the Northern Territory Administrator, David Connolly. The incident reportedly occurred at a Thai festival earlier this month. Mr. Gosling, who represents the federal seat of Solomon, remains in custody as the legal process unfolds.
The MP has previously denied the allegations and has stated his intention to contest the charges. Following the arrest, Coalition frontbenchers have publicly called for Mr. Gosling to step down from his parliamentary role concerning veterans while the legal proceedings are ongoing.
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