Ben Roberts-Smith was arrested at Sydney Airport on May 28, 2026, while under investigation into allegations of war crime-related murder, involving the Australian Federal Police.
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Ben Roberts-Smith was arrested at Sydney Airport on May 28, 2026, while under investigation into allegations of war crime-related murder, involving the Australian Federal Police.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Roberts-Smith was arrested by AFP on war crime charges; Albanese set to address commemoration.1 source
The arrest of Ben Roberts-Smith by the AFP over alleged war crimes while deployed.1 source
AFP arrested Ben Roberts-Smith on war crimes charges linked to his service in Afghanistan.1 source
Ben Roberts-Smith, AFP Commissioner, has been charged regarding actions during his deployment in Afghanistan.1 source
AFP investigates alleged war crimes charges against a person regarding service in Afghanistan (2009-2012).1 source
AFP investigated war crime allegations against Ben Roberts-Smith, leading to his arrest at Sydney Airport.1 source
AFP is probing leaks surrounding the arrest and charging individuals with war crimes.1 source
Probe into ADF conduct in Afghanistan questioned.1 source
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The entities involved
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Ben Roberts-Smith
Australian soldier (born 1978)
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Australian Federal Police
federal police agency of the Commonwealth of Australia
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Sydney Airport
international airport serving Sydney, Australia
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Krissy Barrett
incoming Australian Federal Police commissioner
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