Centre Alliance volunteer sacked after being charged with stalking Liberal candidate Georgina Downer

A campaign volunteer for Centre Alliance MP Rebekha Sharkie has been sacked after SA Police laid charges over allegations he stalked her political opponent Georgina Downer.

Centre Alliance candidate Rebekha Sharkie has sacked the volunteer.

Centre Alliance MP Rebekha Sharkie has sacked a campaign volunteer after it was alleged he had stalked her political opponent Georgina Downer.

“It was brought to my attention very recently that allegations have been made against one of the campaign volunteers,” she said.

“While everyone is entitled to the presumption of innocence, allegations of this nature are extremely serious and this person has been told in clear terms that they cannot be a part of my campaign in any capacity.

“I have zero tolerance for the sort of behaviour alleged, no matter how passionate a supporter may be.

“Every candidate has the right to feel safe in this campaign.

“More than 850 people have approached my office to volunteer their support in some capacity, big or small, for this campaign.

“We have a wonderful community and my volunteers are part of this caring and supportive community.”

A SA Police spokesman said a 63-year-old man from Aldgate was arrested and charged with stalking on Wednesday 24 April.

“He has been bailed to appear in the Mount Barker Magistrates Court on 22 May,” he said.

Ms Downer and the man are being contacted for comment.