War crimes office wants investigation into Ben Roberts-Smith leak
The Office of the Special Investigator has requested an inquiry into a potential leak regarding the arrest of Ben Roberts-Smith. Concerns have been raised about how media outlets were aware of the arrest details prior to it occurring. Roberts-Smith, facing serious war crime charges, has denied all allegations against him.
- ▪The investigation is being conducted by the National Anti-Corruption Commission.
- ▪Roberts-Smith was arrested on April 7 and faces five counts of war crimes.
- ▪The Office of the Special Investigator noted that media appeared to have advance knowledge of the arrest.
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