investigation
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Valais canton prosecutor general Beatrice Pilloud said an investigation was under way "to identify the circumstances which caused this dramatic situation to occur".
From BBC
But despite countless calls for action, and a high-profile but short-lived federal investigation, the picture has stayed largely the same.
From Los Angeles Times
After a Times investigation uncovered allegations of fraud and plaintiffs who were paid to sue, L.A.
From Los Angeles Times
He said extra police patrols would be in the area to reassure the public, and the investigation "remains our highest priority".
From BBC
“Feeding frenzy” and “character assassination” were terms tossed about later, but with Joanna MIA and the investigation continuing, very little concern was expressed for Mr. Jefferies.
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