‘It’s about the underdog’: Ben Roberts-Smith launches brand to support family amid legal battle
Summary
Ben Roberts-Smith, an Australian soldier charged with war crimes, has launched a brand called EPIC 1 TWO to support his family and pay for legal costs. He denies all allegations related to the murders of unarmed detainees during his Afghanistan deployment between 2009 and 2012.Key Facts
- Ben Roberts-Smith is accused of murdering or ordering the murders of five unarmed detainees in Afghanistan.
- He launched the brand EPIC 1 TWO, named after his radio call sign from a mission that earned him the Victoria Cross.
- Roberts-Smith says the brand aims to provide income for his family and represent hope during difficult times.
- He denies all charges and says he acted within military rules and values.
- The charges concern three separate incidents between 2009 and 2012 involving the deaths of Afghan men.
- Roberts-Smith was arrested in April and released on bail after a $250,000 surety was paid by his father, a former judge.
- The allegations include shootings witnessed by Australian soldiers and orders to kill detainees.
- The case has attracted public and media attention, including commentary from public figures supporting Roberts-Smith’s right to a fair process.
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