From RCIPS

The RCIPS is aware of social media reports circulating of an incident/incidents of assault involving a senior politician on two women, which occurred at a formal event at the Ritz Carlton Hotel on West Bay Road, last night, 13 September.  No formal complaint has yet been made to the RCIPS by either of the women concerned.  The RCIPS has commenced an investigation and will interview both women to ascertain whether a complaint/complaints are to be made.

There is no further information available at this time.

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Statement from the Premier

“Although I was not in attendance at the Tourism event on Tuesday evening, I have received reports through social media and otherwise alleging an incident with a Member of Parliament. I have been informed that the RIPS commenced an investigation on the matter and have issued a statement. In the current circumstances it is not prudent for me to make further comment at this time.”