The Australian Federal Police's (AFP) inability to identify the source of a damaging tip-off to war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith has been exposed, following a four-year freedom-of-information battle. The AFP's investigation, which cost Jabbour his career and a potential shot at the top job, found no evidence that information came from then-deputy commissioner Ramzi Jabbour. The leak investigation, which was initially dismissed as too sensitive and private, has been criticized for its handling and has led to calls for better police procedures. The documents, which were finally released, reveal the AFP's struggle to uncover the truth and the potential cover-up by the police. The case raises questions about the AFP's ability to conduct effective investigations and the potential consequences for those involved. The story highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in law enforcement, and the need for a thorough investigation into the leak and its impact on Roberts-Smith's criminal case.
