A Liberal party candidate’s husband was allegedly assaulted during a dispute over election signs in Melbourne’s outer north yesterday, according to a party spokesperson. The incident occurred when he confronted a member of the public removing campaign signage, resulting in facial injuries that required hospital treatment before his discharge today. The Liberal party has acknowledged the confrontation but has not yet issued a formal statement beyond confirming the allegations. Details remain limited as the investigation continues.
Follow the day’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe husband of a Victorian Liberal party candidate has allegedly been assaulted during a confrontation over election signs.A Liberal party spokesperson on Monday evening confirmed the husband of their candidate for Yan Yean, Amanda Dow, was involved in an alleged incident in Mernda yesterday afternoon.We understand Ms Dow’s husband approached a member of the public who was removing Liberal party campaign signage and was allegedly assaulted. He suffered facial injuries and was taken to hospital and was discharged today.Not right now. If I do anything that is apology-worthy, I’ll apologise. Continue reading...
