Former DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson Faces New Rape Allegation Involving Parliament Office

LONDON, Oct 21 (OPA) — The Metropolitan Police confirmed they received a referral from the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) on October 13 regarding an alleged sexual assault. The complaint involves a woman who claims she was attacked by Donaldson within the DUP’s Westminster office. According to reports, the complainant alleges the former MP attempted to force her to consume vodka before assaulting her.

Scotland Yard stated the investigation remains in its early stages and no arrests have been made in connection with this specific report. A spokesperson for the force confirmed that the victim is currently receiving support from specialist officers. The allegations were first brought to public attention in July by the Belfast Telegraph, detailing an incident that allegedly occurred eight years ago.

Donaldson, 63, is currently incarcerated following his conviction in June on 18 counts of historical sexual offenses against two victims. He received an 11-year sentence for crimes against one victim and a four-year term for offenses against a second, totaling 15 years. The former politician, who was knighted in 2016 before being stripped of the honor earlier this year, has maintained his innocence regarding those convictions and has signaled his intent to appeal.

The investigation into the Westminster incident continues as authorities coordinate between the PSNI and the Met. Donaldson, who led the Democratic Unionist Party for years, resigned his position following his initial arrest for the separate sex abuse charges. Legal proceedings regarding the new allegation are expected to follow standard police interview protocols for suspects currently held in custody.