A day after video emerged of UQ Liberal National Club President Wilson Gavin shouting at drag queens during a children's story telling event, he has taken his own life.
In video of the protest posted on social media Mr Gavin could be seen shouting"drag queens are not for kids".
The actions of the UQ Liberal National Club were swiftly condemned on social media by fellow students, advocates, and federal MPs — its Facebook page has received a barrage of comments.In a press conference earlier today Queensland Opposition Leader Deb Frecklington said she would not comment on the reports of Mr Gavin's death.
"In relation to the unconfirmed reports relating to a young man, relating to the out of respect for the family, I won't be making any comments on this matter," she said.
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