Shock claim as MP’s trial halted

Shock claim as MP’s trial halted

The sexual abuse trial of Kiama MP Gareth Ward came to a startling, hours-long halt on Thursday after a senior police witness allegedly failed to appear in court, instead remarking he was “happy to get arrested”.

Top cop says Gareth Ward called to ask about possible investigation

Kiama MP Gareth Ward is on trial for alleged assaults against two young men in 2013 and 2015. Photo: Facebook. A high-ranking NSW Police officer has told the jury Kiama MP Gareth Ward called him in 2020 to confirm whether he was under investigation on sexual assault charges. Superintendent Greg Moore was District Commander for the South Coast Police District, based in Nowra, when allegations were first made against Mr Ward. Mr Ward is currently …