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Graham Ashton will lead an inquiry into South Australia’s greyhound racing industry after allegations of animal abuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Australia.-\u00a0Graham Ashton<\/strong>, a former police commissioner in the state of Victoria, has been appointed to lead an inquiry into South Australia’s greyhound racing sector, following claims of animal abuse in the industry. The inquiry was announced by the state government after an ABC report that showed dogs being kicked and punched at a property near Murray Bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Premier\u00a0Peter Malinauskas<\/strong>\u00a0stressed the importance of ensuring greyhound racing aligns with standards. He said the inquiry will scrutinise the industry’s operations, culture and regulatory efficacy regarding animal welfare and will be\u00a0completed by the end of November<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ashton worked on the Australian investigation into the Bali bombings in 2002 and set up Victoria Police’s Sporting Integrity Intelligence Unit in 2013.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Racing minister Katrine Hildyard<\/strong> stated: “Ashton brings to this inquiry a wealth of experience, including in his role as commissioner of police in Victoria but also vast experience in sports integrity, including around the racing industry.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See also: <\/strong>South Australian greyhound trainers banned for life over live baiting<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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