A former soldier facing murder charges in Australia has unveiled a new business venture, using an Instagram video to promote it while walking along a beach and working out. The video, set to media coverage of his military honors and later arrest, carries a defiant tone with hashtags like #neveroutofthefight. He claims the venture is necessary to support his family and cover mounting legal costs following allegations of involvement in the killings of unarmed detainees during his deployment. Critics may question the timing and messaging of the launch amid ongoing legal proceedings.
Accused war criminal announces venture with video on Instagram of him walking along beach and working outGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAccused war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith has launched a brand, saying he needs the income to support his family and fund his legal expenses after being charged with murdering or ordering the murders of five unarmed detainees while deployed in Afghanistan between 2009 and 2012.Roberts-Smith launched the label with a video on Instagram of him walking along a beach on the Gold Coast and working out, soundtracked by media reports about him being awarded the Victoria Cross and his subsequent arrest. The video included the caption: “Get ready….the time has come. #neveroutofthefight #underdog”. Continue reading...
