Member for Mount Gambier set to finally defend charges in court

Member for Mount Gambier Troy Bell is set to face court as he continues fighting charges, originally laid in 2017, relating to misappropriation of public funds.

It will see the Independent MP, who has since been returned to office twice in the seat of Mount Gambier, taking leave in the coming weeks.

“Unfortunately, I will be taking personal leave over the next four weeks, as I continue to fight the charges brought against me,” Mr Bell said.

“My office will remain open for business as usual, and my team will be on hand and ready to assist with any constituent or JP matters.

“I have always maintained my innocence with this matter, and I am looking forward to finally having the opportunity to clear my name.

“This has been a very long and unforgiving process and I cannot thank the my family, my community and my team enough for their ongoing support over the past six years.”