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Sexual-crimes inquiry into ex-Melbourne lord mayor dropped

Michael Bleby

Victoria Police have closed the two-year sexual-crimes investigation against Robert Doyle and will not lay charges against the former Melbourne lord mayor after deciding there was insufficient evidence to bring a case against him.

They took the decision after three complainants made formal statements against Mr Doyle, leading prosecutors to conclude it would be hard to prove a pattern of behaviour.

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Michael Bleby covers commercial and residential property, with a focus on housing and finance, construction, design & architecture. He also dabbles in the business of sport. Based in Melbourne, Michael is on Bluesky @michaelbleby.bsky.social. Email Michael at mbleby@afr.com

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