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Manchester City Council's leader has stepped down temporarily after being cautioned over an allegation of assault against his 16-year-old step-daughter.Sir Richard Leese, a Labour councillor, was arrested at his home in the Crumpsall area of the city on Monday.
He was taken to Pendleton police station in Salford and was released on Tuesday after accepting a caution.
It is believed a complaint of physical assault was made by Sir Richard's step-daughter.
Ear injury
A Manchester City Council spokesman said: "Sir Richard Leese has written to Manchester City Council asking for a period of time out from his duties as leader of the council to resolve family issues.
"We respect this decision.
"During this period, his duties will be carried out by the deputy leaders of the council."
A statement from Greater Manchester Police said officers were called to a property in Westbury Road in Crumpsall at 2300 BST on Monday following allegations that a 16-year-old girl had been assaulted.
"Police attended and spoke to the girl who had sustained a minor injury to her ear," the statement said.
"A 58-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of common assault and was cautioned in relation to the matter."
A police caution is a formal warning given to adults who admit they are guilty of a first-time minor offence.This article is from the BBC News website. ? British Broadcasting Corporation, The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites.