A young Conservative has apologised for the offence he caused by attending a party dressed-up as missing toddler Madeleine McCann.
Matthew Lewis had been pictured campaigning with David Cameron last year but has been thrown out of the Tory party over his conduct.
Matthew Lewis a University of London student is a former chairman of the Staffordshire Conservative Future group attended the New Year bash wearing a blonde wig, pink pajamas and carrying a vile of fake blood.
After the party, Mr Lewis wrote on Facebook: "There was a brief moment when I thought I might have gone too far with elements of the costume, but it was ok."
He added that another guest at the party was dressed as Baby P, the toddler who died after a catalogue of horrific abuse.
Mr Lewis' comments were condemned by Tory chairman Caroline Spelman, who branded his behaviour "totally unacceptable" and confirmed he had been expelled.
The party is also understood to be examining whether action should be taken against other CF members involved.
Mr Lewis later issued a statement saying: "I completely regret my behaviour that night and since, and cannot express how sorry I am for the incredible hurt I have caused.
"Whilst my actions were not meant to be malicious, I fully understand the pain they have brought."
Clarence Mitchell, spokesman for Madeleine's parents, Liverpool-born, Kate McCann and her husband Gerry said the couple would be greatly hurt by the sick prank.
He said: "It's a complete disgrace that Madeleine's name and image should be made fun of in this way."
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