Parkop respecting process

NATIONAL Capital District Governor Powes Parkop says it is up to the court to assess the allegations of violence his daughter-in-law is facing.
Parkop was responding to the court case his daughter-in-law is facing over an alleged assault case.
“As everyone who knows me knows, I have a deep respect for the court system,” he said.
“It is clear that it is up to the courts to assess the allegations and decide on the convictions.
“I have resisted making statements because I want to respect the investigation process undertaken by the police.
“I will provide all the necessary support and advice, providing counselling to my son and his wife.
“However, the law must take its course and justice must be accorded.
“Both of them are adults and must take responsibility for their actions.”
Parkop is the co-chairman of the coalition of parliamentarians to end gender-based violence.
“All allegations of gender-based violence must be investigated by police, and if sufficient evidence is found to warrant a charge, then charges must be laid,” he said.
Parkop said no one was above the law, including himself and his family members.
And any family member found guilty of an offence would have to pay the price.
He described his daughter-in-law as a kind-hearted and peaceful woman – the mother of his three grandchildren. “Like any family member, it pains me that this has happened to her,” he said.
“I am also very sorry for the lady who was allegedly abducted and assaulted. It’s unacceptable.”
His daughter-in-law, Quinnie Mick, appeared in the Waigani Committal Court last week charged with abducting and assaulting a woman.