Shane Drumgold on leave from DPP role as inquiry into Bruce Lehrmann case continues
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ACT government spokesperson says director of public prosecutions is on leave at his request
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The Australian Capital Territory's director of public prosecutions, Shane Drumgold, is on leave as an inquiry into the handling of a case against the former Liberal staff member Bruce Lehrmann continues.
The ACT government executive has appointed Anthony Williamson, who was the deputy DPP, to act in the role of the territory's top prosecutor until 13 June.
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This article was amended on 18 May, 2023. A previous version incorrectly stated Shane Drumgold was stood down. He is taking a period of voluntary leave.
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