NSW MP Gareth Ward has been charged with alleged historical sexual abuse of a man and a teenage boy. Learn everything about the case here.
Gareth Ward is an Australian politician and was the New South Wales Minister for Families and Disability Service. Likewise, he was also a member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly representing Kiama.
Ward who previously served as the Parliamentary Secretary for Education has been accused of sexual abuse. He has currently all over the headlines for alleged historical sexual abuse.
He resigned from the ministry and moved to the crossbench in May last year. That was the time when the investigation against him started.
MP Gareth Ward From Kiama Assault Allegations Against Two Men
MP Gareth Ward has been charged with three counts of assault with an act of indecency. In addition to that, he is also facing the charges of one count each of sexual intercourse without consent and common assault.
As per the reports, detectives alleged that Mr. Ward assaulted a 17-year-old boy at Meroo Meadow in February 2013. He also sexually assaulted a 27-year-old man in Sydney in September 2015.
After the allegation, Mr. Ward released his statement saying he is innocent of all the charges. He was granted conditional bail and will be facing Port Kembla Court in May.
Is MP Gareth Ward Gay Or Has Been Married To His Wife?
MP Gareth Ward has never opened up about his sexuality or mentioned he is gay. Likewise, he also doesn’t have a wife as he has never been married.
Ward recently made several headlines after being accused of sexually assaulting a man and a teenager.
Meanwhile, Gareth has stated that he will be instructing his lawyers to bring the matter to court as soon as possible. Furthermore, he has been claiming that he is completely innocent.
Update On Gareth Ward Sexual Assault Allegation On Teenager
In February 2013, Mr. Ward allegedly assaulted a 17-year-old boy at Meroo Meadow.
Ward has decided to stay quiet at the time and mentioned he will not be making comments at the time.
Current Premier Dominic Perrottet has released a statement saying he is looking for Mr. Ward’s immediate resignation from Parliament.
He also added that the elected Member of Parliament is not compatible with such serious charges that Ward is facing.