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Sydney Swans players will not be charged after hotel incident, police say
- Victoria Police announced on Friday that four Sydney Swans players—Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, James Jordon, and Nick Blakey—will not face criminal charges following a 10-week investigation into an alleged sexual assault at Melbourne's Pullman Hotel.
- Following the August 17 incident, the Swans suspended the players for breaching club standards; Coach Dean Cox and club chairman Andrew Pridham said the ban "torpedoes" their premiership chances for the season.
- After a "thorough investigation and based on legal advice," police stated they would not proceed with criminal charges due to "insufficient evidence," while confirming a civil matter remains ongoing.
- Heeney welcomed the announcement, saying the past three months were "incredibly difficult for my family, Steffie and those close to me." He thanked friends for their loyalty, noting it "meant more than words can do justice."
- Police confirmed a civil matter remains active despite the criminal investigation's conclusion; those seeking support regarding sexual abuse can contact the National Sexual Abuse and Redress Support Service at 1800 737 732 or 1800 211 028.
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The Independent (US)
The Independent (US)Sydney Swans players will not face charges over sexual assault investigation – police
Three women are pursuing civil action against players
·London, United Kingdom
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Radio France Internationale+2 Reposted by 2 other sources
Five Aussie Rules players won't face charges after assault probe
Riley Bice, Nick Blakey, Isaac Heeney, James Jordon and Chad Warner were suspended in August for late-night drinking and bringing women to their hotel after a game. On Friday, police in the state of Victoria said they had received a report of sexual assault in the early hours on August 17 at the Melbourne hotel where players were reportedly staying after a game the previous day. But they said that "following a thorough investigation and based on…
·Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
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Sydney Morning Herald+2 Reposted by 2 other sources
‘Not a day for anyone to celebrate’: AFL leaves door ajar for further penalties to players
While the AFL has endorsed the significant sanctions already imposed by the Swans, the league has stopped short of declaring the matter closed.
·North Sydney, Australia
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