Police bust alleged $10 million money laundering ring
Pregnant cop assaulted on duty let down by justice system
A South Australian police officer, who was pregnant when she was assaulted in the line of duty, feels let down by the justice system.
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Pregnant cop assaulted on duty let down by justice system A South Australian police officer, who was pregnant when she was assaulted in the line of duty, feels let down by the justice system.
