Victorian Liberal party in turmoil as MP denies colleague’s accusations of assault

Police confirm they are investigating as sources close to accused MP say he vehemently denies the allegations and is considering legal action

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A female Victorian Liberal MP has accused a member of her party room of assaulting her at a community event, throwing the party into turmoil just five months out from the state election.

Sources close to the accused MP said he vehemently denies the allegation and is considering a defamation legal action against his colleague.