👩‍⚖️ Bush's alleged assault victim claims no harm intended

A woman who claims to have been indecently assaulted by McKeeva Bush MP at a cocktail party in September 2022 has told the court that she didn't believe he intended to cause her harm. She described the incident, where Bush bit and sucked on her hand, as an accident. While she acknowledged that his behaviour crossed a line and was inappropriate, she did not view it as a criminal act. The woman stated that she had informed her government bosses, colleagues, and the police that she did not wish to pursue a complaint against Bush.👮‍♀️

The witness expressed concern about inaccurate stories circulating after the party, describing Bush's behaviour as unprofessional, odd, and creepy. Despite feeling harassed and uncomfortable, she insisted that the incident did not constitute an act of indecency. She never requested a police investigation and did not give formal consent for one to be conducted on her behalf. The woman maintained that while Bush's actions were "terribly disgusting", they were not criminal. She emphasized her main concern was the broader impact of Bush's behaviour, particularly as the Speaker of the House, on the government and the country.🏛️

Despite the woman's reluctance to press charges, the director of public prosecutions recommended charges based on other supporting evidence. The case is ongoing.👨‍⚖️