Prosecutors explore new options after federal case against Luke Gosling is rejected
The Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions declined to handle the assault allegation against Luke Gosling, prompting Northern Territory prosecutors to look for alternative ways to proceed.
Police allege that federal MP Luke Gosling assaulted Northern Territory Administrator David Connolly last month. The Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions refused to take the case, citing a conflict of interest. Northern Territory prosecutors, who previously said they could not assume responsibility for the same reason, are now assessing other possible arrangements. Gosling is scheduled to appear in court again on September 30.
Why it matters
The decision leaves a high-profile assault allegation unresolved and raises questions about how such cases will be pursued.
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