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Australia's Top Cop Reece Kershaw Announces Retirement

On Monday, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced Deputy Commissioner Krissy Barrett will succeed Reece Kershaw after October 4, becoming Australia's first female AFP leader.
Reece Kershaw, Commissioner of the Australian Federal Police, flagged his departure a few weeks ago and said, `Being a grandfather has changed me dramatically and I need to be there for my family`; he will leave on Monday after controversy over the Dural caravan saga.
Having led the AFP's National Security portfolio, Krissy Barrett, AFP Deputy Commissioner, has a 25-year career including work in the Solomon Islands and Bali bombings investigation.
Highlighting her expertise, Mr Albanese described Krissy Barrett as the `obvious choice` to lead the AFP, praising her national security background.
Assuming the role on October 4, Barrett's impressive work managing the National Security portfolio prompted Mr Kershaw to bring forward his retirement.

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Australian Financial Review

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Krissy Barrett will become the ninth AFP commissioner after a long career in law enforcement that has includes involvement in the Bali bombings investigation.

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Krissy Barrett to Become First Woman to Lead the Australian Federal Police

Krissy Barrett will become the first woman to lead the Australian Federal Police (AFP), officially taking over as commissioner on Oct. 4. Barrett has nearly 25 years of policing experience and most recently served as deputy commissioner for national security. She also played a role in the investigation into the Bali bombings. Barrett replaces Reece Kershaw, who has been in the role since 2019. Outlining her priorities, Barrett said she will focu…

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