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Police Apologize to Journalist After Harassment Inquiry
8/27/2025
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Story summary
- Journalist Sarah Ward was questioned by police for allegedly harassing former councillor Matthew Binley over underage sex allegations.
- Binley, suspended from the Conservative Party, asserted that her repeated contacts constituted harassment.
- Police later apologized to Ward, confirming no further action would be taken and recognizing the need for improved training on journalists' rights.
