Deeming Stands Firm Amid Headlock Controversy | Melbourne News

Victorian Liberal MP Moira Deeming stands firm on her account of being placed in a headlock by colleague Matthew Guy at a community event, despite police concluding no offense occurred after reviewing CCTV. Deeming’s lawyer clarifies she misunderstood the legal definition but insists her experience was frightening and painful, citing past trauma and PTSD. She refuses to apologize, calling the public fallout regrettable but necessary. Guy demands apologies from Deeming, the Premier, and Attorney General, saying his reputation is under attack. The Premier refuses to apologize, blaming internal Liberal dysfunction. Tensions mount as Deeming prepares to meet senior Liberals for an internal resolution, while Guy feels unsupported and his family targeted. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9edf6c715b103fce