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Police Commissioner Shane Patton at the Yoorrook Justice Commission
Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Shane Patton is seen during a public hearing of the Yoorrook Justice Commission in Melbourne (AAP) Source: AAP / DIEGO FEDELE/AAPIMAGE

Chief Victoria Police Commissioner Shane Patton has faced the Yoorrook Justice Commission, which is the first formal truth-telling inquiry into injustices against First Nations people in the state.

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Chief Victoria Police Commissioner Shane Patton has faced the Yoorrook Justice Commission, which is the first formal truth-telling inquiry into injustices against First Nations people in the state.

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