ABC News Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOn 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 • 4 min read Email this article 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.