ACT attorney general says complaints surrounding prosecution of Brittany Higgins allegation referred to federal integrity and corruption commission
He alleged investigators had bullied Higgins, forcing her to insulate herself from further contact with them, and that investigators “clearly aligned with the successful defence of this matter” during the trial.The Australian Federal Police Association, which represents ACT police officers, hasThe police union said it also supports an inquiry, but one that examined the conduct of a range of parties, including the DPP.
On Friday, the Guardian asked Shane Rattenbury, the ACT’s attorney general, whether his government was contemplating an inquiry and what form it may take.Australian Commission for Law Enforcement Integrity – the integrity and corruption watchdog that oversees the Australian federal police and other agencies.
“I am aware the matter has been referred to Australian Commission for Law Enforcement Integrity,” he said. “As such, it is not appropriate to comment further at this time.” The DPP and ACT Policing had already revealed that an inquiry was under way, but did not specify which agency was conducting it.Guardian Australia's Morning MailOur Australian morning briefing email breaks down the key national and international stories of the day and why they matterNewsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties.
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