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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Christopher Knaus

Bruce Lehrmann trial: ACT cabinet examines launching inquiry into handling of Brittany Higgins allegations

Bruce Lehrmann
Bruce Lehrmann has consistently maintained his innocence to allegations that he raped Brittany Higgins on a couch in the office of then defence industry minister, Linda Reynolds. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAP

The Australian Capital Territory chief minister, Andrew Barr, says his cabinet are closely examining whether to launch a “broad-ranging, independent” inquiry into the handling of the Bruce Lehrmann case.

The Guardian revealed last week an explosive letter of complaint, penned by director of public prosecutions Shane Drumgold SC, that alleged police launched a clear campaign of pressure to convince him not to pursue the Lehrmann case.

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