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The Latest Breaking News from Anthony Williamson

Police failures condemned in court after footage aired of man's 'disturbing' arrest

'A series of cascading failures on the part of police.'

The Canberra Times

Historical child abuse law 'always apt to create confusion': ex-DPP

Victim says focusing on legislation problem is a 'cop out'.

The Canberra Times

ACT lawyers warn government against political interference

It comes amid controversy over meeting between acting DPP, A-G.

The Canberra Times

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Attorney-General denies putting political pressure on top lawyer

Rattenbury rejects he sought to interfere with DPP independence.

The Canberra Times

ACT announces replacement for Shane Drumgold at DPP

Senior counsel from the NT appointed as ACT's top prosecutor.

The Canberra Times

Senior prosecutor to be embedded in police sexual assault team

Inquiry revealed some officers were 'confused' about when to charge.

The Canberra Times

Record number of alleged sexual offence matters referred to DPP

Affirmative consent laws have 'immediate' effect, says acting DPP.

The Canberra Times

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'Wrong as a matter of logic': Acting DPP addresses criticism of sex offence cases

He says it is wrong to think all acquitted people should never have stood trial.

The Canberra Times

Doctor 'seems to suggest' alleged killer driver is fit for trial, court told

The expert's 'equivocal' report will, however, delay a definitive decision.

The Canberra Times

'Vigilante' murder 'a death sentence' for victim's family, court told

The murderer has apologised to the victim's family for his 'horrible' actions.

The Canberra Times

Director of Public Prosecutions extends leave until end of month

Anthony Williamson SC will remain in the role until June 30.

The Canberra Times

Canberra man found guilty in ACT Supreme Court of sexually assaulting sex worker

Darrell Michael Hudson is found guilty of sexually assaulting a sex worker at a Mitchell brothel in February 2021.

ABC News

'All of the pieces fall into place': Jury urged to reject 'incredible' bikie claim

An alleged rapist says he punched a hole in a brothel wall because he feared a bashing.

The Canberra Times

'Trojan horse' warning as lawyer defends prosecutors against police union barb

A defence lawyer has taken the unusual step of publicly praising prosecutors.

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'As if I was an insect': Cop recalls terror of being hit by 'cold' driver

In a victim impact statement, she told a court she would never forget the offender's face.

The Canberra Times

'A part of me has died': Murder victim's mum details pain as killer jailed

Gary Taylor has been jailed for more than 10 years over his role in the fatal shooting.

ABC News

Canberra court played footage of police officers being struck by car, man to be sentenced for negligent driving next month

Thomas Matthews, 31, struck three officers in his car in July 2021, while police were conducting a routine stop of another driver.

The Canberra Times

Startling video shows moment driver runs over police officers

Offender Thomas Matthews has written a letter saying he is "deeply" remorseful.

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The Canberra Times

Get tough on criminals who dupe courts, ACT chief prosecutor says

But the ACT Attorney-General has rejected a 'get tough' call to punish repeat offenders.

The Canberra Times

'Bottled up inside': Adoption thought to be reason for alleged sex abuse, court hears

The accused is charged with committing historical indecent acts on his sister and niece.

ABC News

Former Brothers 4 Life chapter leader Damien Featherstone sentenced to more jail time

A former chapter leader of the Brothers 4 Life crime gang is sentenced to an additional four years behind bars for assaults committed while in jail.

The Canberra Times

'Overwhelming': Chief prosecutor, Lehrmann's barrister appointed senior counsel

"Having been recognised that you are [worthy] is a little bit overwhelming."

Manchester Evening News

Yob punched his dad unconscious and attacked step-mum after gran's funeral

The judge slammed it as an 'appalling act of violence'

ABC News

ACT Magistrates Court hears woman allegedly orchestrated violent home invasion that led to shooting death of Glenn Walewicz

Court documents about the alleged murder of Glenn Walewicz at Philip last year reveal allegations the teenager accused of shooting him wrote rap lyrics about it, saving them on his phone.

The Canberra Times

'Just put your mans in a coffin': Alleged killer wrote rap lyrics about murder, prosecutors say

The teenager accused of shooting Glenn Walewicz dead wrote rap lyrics about the killing, according to a document tendered in court.

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