The Latest Breaking News from Walter Sofronoff KC

Board of Inquiry into Bruce Lehrmann trial hears relationship between police and prosecutors was 'beset by tension' from outset

The inquiry into the prosecution of Bruce Lehrmann over the alleged rape of Brittany Higgins begins in Canberra with opening statements.

ABC News · Apr 17, 2023

'Beset by tension': Inquiry hears #MeToo movement likely affected Lehrmann case

Up to four weeks of public hearings are anticipated, starting on May 1.

Newcastle Herald · Apr 17, 2023

'I can't do it': Lehrmann inquiry boss laments trouble obtaining 'crucial' documents

Walter Sofronoff KC says he must have the material police and prosecutors had if he is to examine their conduct.

The Canberra Times · Mar 30, 2023

'Motives' of authorities under microscope as parliament rape trial inquiry scope finalised

The ACT government has revealed new details about the scope of the independent inquiry.

The Canberra Times · Feb 1, 2023

Walter Sofronoff to lead inquiry into handling of Bruce Lehrmann case

Former judge will investigate damning allegations made by prosecutor Shane Drumgold about police conduct

The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2023

Lab boss Cathie Allen asked 'in what universe' she thought it was OK to amend document bound for DNA inquiry

Cathie Allen has finished giving evidence after four days. She said she gave Queensland Health's legal team both the original document and an amended version.

ABC News · Nov 1, 2022

Queensland lab manager slammed for 'complete failure' to respond to DNA testing flaws, 'standing by' while police were misled

A manager at Queensland's state-run forensic lab faces a tense grilling over his response to grave concerns about DNA testing, and for allowing police to be misled.

ABC News · Oct 26, 2022

Acting head of Queensland forensics lab says she had no experience in DNA profiling, did not understand 'urgent' police concerns

Lara Keller tells an inquiry into forensic DNA testing in Queensland that, although she is a scientist by background, she had no experience in DNA profiling.

ABC News · Oct 24, 2022

Forensic scientists did not look at photos when evaluating DNA evidence, Queensland inquiry hears

Commissioner Walter Sofronoff KC said the lab was run like a production line where DNA analysts would process a sample without knowing whether it was blood, semen or saliva.

ABC News · Oct 21, 2022

DNA inquiry hears of 'bin-gate' incident amid deterioration of working and personal relationship

The inquiry hears the "bin-gate" incident occurred on senior scientist Amanda Reeves's last day at work, as she was cleaning her desk after being made redundant.

ABC News · Oct 18, 2022