Queensland detectives investigate formal complaint against Andrew Laming

Detectives are investigating a formal complaint in relation to allegations against Liberal MP Andrew Laming for an incident in which he allegedly took photos of a young woman.

Crystal White, who alleged Mr Laming took photos of her bending over with her underwear visible in 2019, attended Cleveland police station on Monday, saying she had documented the incident.

Ms White’s colleague, Sean Blinco, also fronted the police station on Monday to tell his version of the event.

Ms White alleged Mr Laming took a photo of her as she bent over filling a bar fridge at a Queensland landscaping supplies company.

On Wednesday, police confirmed Cleveland detectives were investigating a formal complaint.

Mr Laming has publicly apologised and is currently on medical leave, and seeking counselling and empathy training, and will not contest his suburban Brisbane seat of Bowman at the next election.