Ratcliff emphasized that the original disclosure by the first victim was instrumental in uncovering the broader pattern of offending.
"But this victim was brave enough to come and speak to us, and that really was the trigger point for us starting our investigation," said Ratcliff.
She noted that the initial report enabled investigators to expand their scope significantly.
"That's allowed us to proactively identify eight further victims," said Ratcliff.
Addressing questions regarding intelligence handled in 2018 related to a violent customer's phone number, Ratcliff defended the historical response.
"I am entirely satisfied that everything that could have been reasonably done at that time was done, and that there were no missed opportunities as a result of that information," said Ratcliff.
She stressed the primary focus of the current inquiry despite the suspect's death.
"My thoughts, firstly, are with the victims in this case who have spoken up and reported these allegations, as well as with Alan Greer's family, friends and colleagues who have been deeply affected by these reports and his death," said Ratcliff.
She acknowledged the complexity of the anti-corruption operation.
"The investigation into this matter is one of the largest and most complex inquiries ever undertaken by the Anti-Corruption Unit and significant work is ongoing to fully ascertain the extent of offending and identify and support as many victims as possible," said Ratcliff.
Ratcliff reiterated the objective of providing accountability for the victims.
"Clearly Alan Greer cannot stand trial for these allegations of serious violent sexual offending, including attempted murder, but this investigation is about identifying and supporting potential victims, giving them a voice, and establishing the full circumstances," said Ratcliff.
