Investigators for New South Wales police say there is "insufficient evidence" to proceed. But some MPs are threatening to use "parliamentary privilege" to name the minister, who remains in his post.
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Police won t charge Australian minister accused of rape
Police have ruled out investigating an unnamed Australian Cabinet minister over an allegation that he raped a 16-year-old girl more than 30 years ago
By ROD McGUIRK Associated Press
March 2, 2021, 11:16 AM
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CANBERRA, Australia Police on Tuesday ruled out investigating an unnamed Australian Cabinet minister over an allegation that he raped a 16-year-old girl more than 30 years ago.
The decision by New South Wales state police adds pressure on Prime Minister Scott Morrison to establish an independent investigation to examine the accusation.
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