‘No offence detected’: Victoria police close investigation into Moira Deeming allegation of assault by Matthew Guy

Victoria Police have closed their investigation into an alleged assault by Liberal MP Matthew Guy against colleague Moira Deeming, concluding that no offence was detected. Guy has denied the claims and is considering defamation action against Deeming.
Why it matters
The resolution of this investigation impacts the internal stability and reputation of the Victorian Liberal Party.
Victoria police say they detected ‘no offence’ after Moira Deeming (left) alleged an assault by fellow Liberal MP Matthew Guy at a community event last month. Composite: AAP View image in fullscreen Victoria police say they detected ‘no offence’ after Moira Deeming (left) alleged an assault by fellow Liberal MP Matthew Guy at a community event last month. Composite: AAP Victoria ‘No offence detected’: Victoria police close investigation into Moira Deeming allegation of assault by Matthew Guy Guy accuses Deeming of making ‘ridiculous and unsubstantiated’ claims as state Liberal party grapples with fallout
The article presents statements from both parties and the official police conclusion neutrally.
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